RESEARCH SPECIALIST

Description:General SummaryThe Translational Imaging Laboratory at McLean Hospital currently is searching for a Research Specialist having experience with magnetic resonance data analysis and scan support including scanner operation and quality assurance (Q/A) testing. This position is responsible for analyzing and helping to acquire magnetic resonance structural imaging, functional imaging, and spectroscopy data from a number of ongoing animal imaging research projects on an ultra high magnetic field (9.4 Tesla) MRI scanner. This position also is responsible for Q/A testing and general scanner maintenance. Experience with imaging, functional imaging, and spectroscopy data analysis software packages such as ImageJ, MATLAB, IDL, and LCmodel is necessary. Experience with software and hardware aspects of Varian MRI scanners is beneficial. Small animal handling experience is a plus. The Research Specialist will be expected to develop new solutions to enhance data analysis throughput.Principal Duties and Responsibilities1. Analyzes and interprets imaging data from structural, functional, and spectroscopy experiments.2. Assists the Project Manager in the conduct of MRI scans3. Performs routine scanner Q/A testing and general laboratory maintenanceQualifications:The successful applicant will have at minimum:MS degree or equivalent in imaging data analysis, biophysics, or a related field3-5 Years direct research work experienceA basic working knowledge of MR physicsGood quantitative and communication (writing and speaking) skillsWorking ConditionsThe Research Specialist will work at the McLean Hospital 9.4 T Facility. S/he must be able to work in proximity to high magnetic fields.Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experienceJob Location: McLean Hospital, MAJob Number: 3239Company URL: http://www.mclean.harvard.eduCompany Profile:McLean Hospital is a comprehensive psychiatric hospital committed to providing easy access to superior quality, cost-effective mental health services in the Boston area, Massachusetts and beyond.Since 1811, McLean Hospital has been a world leader in the treatment of mental illness and chemical dependency, research into the cause of mental illness and the training of generations of mental health care providers.Major clinical programs at McLean Hospital address a broad range of psychiatric illnesses, including: depression, bipolar and psychotic disorders; mood and anxiety disorders; alcohol and drug abuse; dissociative disorders; Alzheimer's disease and other geriatric illnesses; and child and adolescent psychiatric disorders. Each program offers access to a full continuum of care, including acute inpatient care, acute residential care, partial hospitalization, continuing residential care options and outpatient services. McLean's multidisciplinary team responds to each patient's situation with a commitment to individualized treatment that may include individual psychotherapy, group therapy, psychopharmacology and rehabilitation services. As an equal opportunity employer, McLean offers consideration regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, gender orientation or national origin. We also take affirmative action to attract and hire qualified minorities, veterans, women and individuals with disabilities.