MRI Research Technologist

Department :

Biomedical Res Imaging Ctr-426001

Career Area :

Health Professional (Physician / Nurse / Other)

Is this an internal only recruitment? :

No

Posting Open Date : 09 / 15 / 2025

Application Deadline :

10 / 21 / 2025

Position Type :

Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title :

Medical Diagnostic Technician - Advanced

Salary Grade Equivalent :

MH15 / GN13

Working Title :

MRI Research Technologist

Position Number : 20039493

Vacancy ID : P020538

Full-time / Part-time Permanent / Time-Limited :

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week : 40

Work Schedule :

Monday-Friday, 2nd shift. Specific hours to be discussed at interview with occasional weekends included. Position does not require on call shifts. The University is closed on major holidays; see https : / / hr.unc.edu / benefits / leave / holiday-calendar /

Work Location : CHAPEL HILL, NC

Position Location : North Carolina, US

Hiring Range :

$66,040 - $80,000 ($31.75 / hr – $38.46 / hr). Additional 10% shift premium for 2nd shift.

Pay Band Information :

To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet .

Be a Tar Heel! :

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work / life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit :

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.

Patient care : We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education : We prepare tomorrow`s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.

Research : We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.

Position Summary :

A SIGN-ON BONUS OF $5,000 IS AVAILABLE FOR THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT OF THIS POSITION PAID IN 2 INSTALLMENTS WITHIN 12 MONTHS OF HIRE

$2,500 WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE DATE AND

$2,500 12 MONTHS AFTER HIRE DATE

• See eligibility for Sign-on Bonus below in the Special Instructions section.

Primary purpose of the position is to facilitate MRI services for the BRIC utilizing technical and administrative expertise. Technical areas of responsibility include providing for the safety of research subjects during research studies, and conducting MRI, MR / PET, PET / CT, and CT studies with and without the use of radioactive nuclides. Administrative areas of responsibility include ensuring proper use of the scheduling system for imaging research services, adherence to safety standards and SOPs, logging accurate machine time usage for billing purposes and managing relationships with multiple investigators. This work involves caring for research subjects and clinical patients of all ages, and levels of health. This includes children as young as 2 weeks of age and spanning adulthood. Applicants should have a high level of comfort in working with subjects / patients of all ages, and people ranging from the very healthy to those who are very ill and toward the end of life.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements :

High school diploma or equivalency and two years of experience in medical diagnostics; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Some positions may require additional training, certifications, or licenses.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience :

The position would require registry by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists with certification in Magnetic Resonance (or equivalent licensure or certification). Registry and certification eligible candidates must obtain certification within one year. Position requires experience with Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). As the BRIC is a research facility that also conducts clinical imaging, candidates should demonstrate a desire to work within the research environment, as well as a clinical environment. Requires the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, investigators, staff, and the general public. Position requires the ability to work independently and be self-directed, while maintaining a high level of professionalism. Due to the nature of research imaging, the ability to multi-task is essential. This position will work with and around tracers and equipment that will emit a certain level of radiation exposure.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience :

Training, experience and certification in high field MRI (3T and 7T), Nuclear Medicine / Positron Emission Tomography (PET), diagnostic Computed Tomography (CT) and MIMvista software are also recommended. Working knowledge of and experience in imaging research is preferred.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities :

Not Applicable.

Position / Schedule Requirements :

Evening work, Overtime occasionally, Weekend work occasionally

Special Instructions :

Qualified applicants must be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the State policy following requirements :

A newly hired permanent full time or permanent part-time (more than 20 hours a week) employee are eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be prorated for employees working more than 20 hours and less than 40 hours per week).

An employee is not eligible for a sign-on bonus if : 1. the employee has held a SHRA position in North Carolina State government, including the judicial system, or the University of North Carolina system within the last 12 months (the employee shall remain ineligible for 12 months from the separation date); 2. the employee has previously received a sign-on bonus from any North Carolina State agency or university; 3. or UNC-CH has paid any contract placement or recruitment fees. This SHRA Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. All recipients must sign the Pay Back Agreement form. Additional information regarding the SHRA Sign-on Policy can be found Article – SHRA Sign-On and Retention …