<p>Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow. Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven-based community- eligible for opportunities through the New Haven Hiring Initiative or a newcomer, interested in exploring all that Yale has to offer, your talents and contributions are welcome. Discover your opportunities at Yale!</p> <p>Salary Range</p> <p>$79,700.00 - $124,025.00</p> <p>Overview Reporting to the Vice Chair for Research Affairs, the MRI Hardware Engineer will be a part of a vibrant team of scientists and engineers in Yale's world-renowned MR imaging center. The MR Center is now an interdepartmental and interdisciplinary research laboratory that provides state-of-the-art MR equipment, infrastructure, and expertise for the development and application of MRI and MRS methodology in biomedical research. Research is focused on the study of intact biological systems by developing methods for obtaining structural, functional, physiological and biochemical information by MRI, MRS and other techniques. Applications include fMRI for neurosurgery and neuroscience; brain, muscle, and liver energy metabolism; diabetes; adult and juvenile epilepsy; and psychiatric disorders. We are looking for experienced MRI hardware engineers with expertise in magnet design, gradient design, construction, and manufacturing. This position will be responsible for building gradient sets, interfacing gradients with low noise amplifiers, gradient measurement and correction schemes, and associated electronics, among other assigned tasks. You will collaborate with a team of engineers on the construction of a novel low-cost MRI device in an environment where creative problem solving is encouraged. As an academic environment, we are committed to encouraging your professional and intellectual growth, supporting professional development, conference attendance, and evolution into future projects. The work will be in-person, onsite, at the Yale Magnetic Resonance Research Center, 300 Cedar Street, New Haven, CT. Required Skills and Abilities 1. Proven experience with gradient coil design in MRI or related fields. Demonstrated experience with gradient coil construction and system integration including coiling systems and mechanical considerations. 2. Proven experience with gradient coil characterization and correction schemes. Excellent team player, ability to collaborate, and communicate effectively in a team setting. 3. Proficient in integration of multiple design elements in completing a system application. 4. Demonstrated track record of strong problem-solving abilities. 5. Ability to keep on track and meet deadlines, provide feedback on process, yielding high productivity.</p> <p>Principal Responsibilities</p> <ol> <li>Manages research support for research and clinical needs. 2. Contributes to defining the direction of research design. 3. Prepares project designs and determines cost estimates. 4. Directs and manages research support services for University-wide research. 5. Meets with clients and evaluates problems and defines scope of projects. Discusses and negotiates project designs and costs with prospective clients. 6. Determines and develops material specifications and purchases. 7. Assigns design projects to staff. 8. Ensures technical effectiveness and manages departmental operation for research support services. 9. Monitors project schedules and assigns billing charges. 10. Ensures the quality of the design of research instruments. 11. Consults with research committees on research instrument designs. 12. Develops and monitors department budget. 13. Administers and oversees short and long term department goals. 14. May perform other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in a related field and seven years of related experience in a research development facility or an equivalent combination of education and experience. </li></ol> <p>Background Check Requirements</p> <p>All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. 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