Job Type: Contract Location: Toronto, ON, CANADA; Industry: Education Company URL: http://www.yorku.ca Date Posted: January 27, 2011
JOB TITLE: MRI Analyst, Centre for Vision Research TYPE OF POSITION: Contract – 1 year contract with a possibility of renewal SALARY: $60,000 - $75,000 per annum plus benefits HOURS: 35 hours per week – flexible work times CLOSING DATE FOR POSITION: February 3, 2011
JOB PURPOSE:
Reporting to the Director of the Neuroimaging Laboratory, the MRI Analyst will serve as the primary support person for the computational and analytical needs of the Neuroimaging Laboratory.
The Neuroimaging Laboratory at York University with a research-dedicated Siemens Trio MRI scanner is part of York’s world-class Centre for Vision Research. Located at the Sherman Health Science Research Centre, the MRI Analyst is a key component of this new unit.
FUNCTIONS/DUTIES:
1. Consult with users of the Neuroimaging Laboratory to help them design and program experimental paradigms and assist in analyzing their MRI data 2. Develop new data analysis tools and write scripts to efficiently implement existing tools 3. Manage the MRI data server 4. Manage the Analysis Lab computer network 5. Assist with programming for the Neuroimaging Laboratory website 6. Provide IT support 7. Assist users of the Neuroimaging Laboratory with the design and fabrication of new stimulus equipment
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: University undergraduate degree in science or engineering required, Master's degree preferred.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Experience with the analysis of MRI data desirable. Experience with parallel processing on CPU clusters and/or GPUs is desirable. Experience with system administration and network management is desirable.
SKILLS (Specialized knowledge): Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to deal courteously and effectively with a wide range of people; excellent oral and written communication skills; demonstrated ability in exercising good judgment and initiative; excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills; ability to prioritize and work with deadlines; good organizational skills; ability to administer Mac and Linux computers; ability to utilize neuroimaging programs and statistical packages; computer programming (C, Matlab, shell scripts and/or other languages); ability to assess computer/network security, identify security risks and implement appropriate solutions.
Application Process Details
Your complete application package must include a cover letter, résumé, and the names of at least two referees.
The closing date for applications — which must be submitted by mail, e-mail or fax ONLY — is Wednesday, February 3, 2011.
Please ensure that “MRI Analyst” is quoted in e-mail subject lines and all hard copy applications.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Priority consideration is given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents in Canada. York University is committed to Employment Equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.
Applications should be submitted to:
MRI Analyst Hiring Committee The Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation Fifth Floor, York Research Tower York University 4700 Keele Street Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M3J 1P3 Fax — 416-650-8197 Email — rsrchjbs@yorku.ca