Technical Specialist in MRI Physics

University of Manchester

  • Manchester
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 9 hours ago
We seek an ambitious, experienced and self-motivated individual with specialist technical expertise in MR physics. You will provide advice, guidance, training and hands-on support in MR research to academics, clinicians, radiographers, and students. You will facilitate research on our MRI and PET-MR scanners by taking overall responsibility for developing and maintaining Quality Control systems, MRI protocol optimization, and implementation of emerging MR techniques. You will be the key point of contact with the scanner system suppliers for discussion of technical developments and researcher needs, including works-in-progress pulse sequences.The University of Manchester's Imaging Facilities provides state-of-the-art clinical imaging equipment to support world-leading research into basic science and human disease modelling. The Imaging Facilities manages two MRI scanners: a 3 T Philips Achieva and a 3 T GE Signa PET-MR. We also have dedicated access to a 3 T Philips MR scanner at the Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust, supporting translational research. We support a wide spectrum of imaging research, in particular in neuro-imaging methods development, cognitive neuroscience, neuro-oncology, dementia, musculoskeletal and cardiovascular imaging.What you will get in return:
  • Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
  • Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
  • Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
  • Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
  • Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers
As an equal opportunities employer we support an inclusive working environment and welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.Our University is positive about flexible working - you can find out moreHybrid working arrangements may be considered.Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.Any CV's submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:Name: William LloydEmail:General enquiries:Email:Technical support:This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.Please be aware that due to the number of applications we are unfortunately not able to provide individual feedback on your application.

University of Manchester