1. 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 Skill/ability 1:  Proven experience with MRI or the design of controller boards for other applications.

Required Skill/ability 2:  Excellent team player, ability to collaborate, and communicate effectively in a team setting.

Required Skill/ability 3:  Proficient in integration of multiple design elements in completing a system application.

Required Skill/ability 4:  Demonstrated track record of strong problem-solving abilities.

Required Skill/ability 5:  Ability to keep on track and meet deadlines, provide feedback on process, yielding high productivity.

Work Week:  Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Posting Position Title:  Research Support Specialist 5

University Job Title:  MRI Electronics Engineer

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.

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