Mri Scientist

Località: Rozzano, IT, 20089

**MRI scientist on the Project “Functional Plasticity in Pain-Related Circuits Upon Brain Radiosurgery in Patients with Refractory Chronic Pain”**

This position is ideal for researchers with a background in applied physics, engineering, or neuroscience, who are capable of developing a strong understanding of MRI.

**Professional Profile and Responsibilities**
- Perform processing and analysis of magnetic resonance images;
- Optimize human MRI protocols and assist in acquiring MR images for research studies;
- Conduct MRI quality assurance using phantoms;
- Write articles for scientific publications;
- Contribute to the research projects of the Neuroradiology Research Group.

**Required Education**
- Master’s degree in physics, biomedical engineering, computer science, neuroscience, or psychology

**Technical Skills**
- Strong programming skills for image and signal processing and statistical analysis (Python, Matlab, R, etc.);
- Familiarity with common brain imaging analysis toolboxes (FSL, SPM, MRtrix, etc.).

**Preferred Qualifications**
- PhD in MRI-related topics (MRI image acquisition and processing, pulse programming, etc.);
- Experience with clinical and/or preclinical MRI scanners;
- Experience with the XNAT platform;
- Expertise in diffusion MRI, functional MRI, perfusion MRI, relaxometry, and MR signal modeling;
- Strong scientific track record;
- Highly organized and reliably independent, with attention to detail and an eagerness to acquire new skills.