RESEARCH ASST I (TEMP)

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Summary

A Research assistant position is open in the Michigan Institute for Imaging Technology and Translation (MIITT) in the Department of Radiology at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA. Applicants will work with MIITT faculty to complete translational MRI research studies.

The research assistant will collaborate with faculty and postdoctoral fellows to evaluate novel MRI technologies and apply these technologies to assess clinical outcomes.  The candidate will be expected to participate in study participant screening and recruitment, operation of the scanner, data acquisition and analysis, image evaluation, and statistical analysis. 

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.  Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Responsibilities*

• 50%-Multi-Disciplinary or Translational Research laboratory tasks including Data Collection, Tabulation, and Data Analysis
• 20% - Participant recruitment, screening, consent.
• 15% - MR Image Evaluation and Annotation
• 15%-Abstract, Manuscript, and Grant data Preparation

Required Qualifications*

Applicants should have a B.Sc. in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science or a related field with a focus on medical imaging.

It is essential that applicants have excellent interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, problem solving skills, and leadership qualities. Researchers will be encouraged to work in a collaborative group setting, and will interact with multiple faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and student trainees.

Work Locations

Med Sci 1 3100 Suite

48109 1590

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.