Research Technician

About the role

The Center for Functional and Molecular Imaging (CFMI) at Georgetown University is expanding its neuroimaging research program. The Research Technician will operate a 3.0T MRI scanner, support investigators in extending fMRI acquisition and analysis methods, and contribute to ongoing laboratory studies.

Key responsibilities

• Operate the 3.0T MRI scanner safely after training, schedule scan sessions, and ensure participant MR safety.
• Assist researchers with neuroimaging experiments, manage data transfer, and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Perform quality control, data organization, processing, and analysis for various MRI projects.
• Contribute to data interpretation, manuscript preparation, and overall research study execution.
• Work with diverse participant groups, including neurodivergent individuals, Alzheimer’s patients, stroke survivors, autism spectrum disorder participants, and children.

Required profile

• B.A. or equivalent degree.
• At least one year of relevant experience in MRI or neuroimaging research.
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to follow detailed protocols.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for interacting with participants and research staff.

Required skills

• Operation of a 3.0T MRI scanner.
• fMRI acquisition techniques.
• MRI data analysis and quality‑control procedures.
• Data organization, processing, and transfer.
• Technical troubleshooting in a research environment.