Research Radiographer

About the role

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing expert knowledge in imaging technologies to researchers and clients throughout South Australia and beyond
• Collaborating with researchers using PIRL and SAHMRI imaging facilities
• Operation of imaging equipment including MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, PET/CT, Cath Lab, and other novel apparatus (training can be provided)
• Working with research animals
• As a NIF Fellow, representing the SA node of NIF locally, nationally and internationally, and being a point of contact for researchers and stakeholders accessing the available imaging modalities as required.

About You

The successful candidate will possess the following key attributes:

Essential

• Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science, or equivalent.
• Eligibility to work in South Australia with a South Australian licence to operate ionising imaging apparatus, or eligibility to acquire a South Australian licence.

Desirable criteria

• AHPRA registration as a Diagnostic Radiographer or Nuclear Medicine Technologist
• Postgraduate qualification in medical radiations, magnetic resonance, medical sonography, physics, engineering, or similar
• Experience in MRI (the primary imaging modality at PIRL)
• SA EPA licence to handle unsealed sources
• Previous experience in a research environment will be highly regarded

Experience, Knowledge and Skills

• Providing imaging expertise and collaborating with researchers in all stages of projects
• Relevant science, imaging physics and application understanding
• Appreciation of the requirements and style of biological research
• Writing and presentation skills - analysis/report writing/grant writing/presentations, etc.
• Project management skills: good time management, timely delivery of outputs, monitoring / resolving issues
• Comfortable to be hands-on in animal studies, although no prior experience necessary

Special Requirements

• Some out of hours work may be required, including weekends and public holidays.
• Irregular interstate travel will be required.
• Part-time applicants will be considered.

Everything we do is underpinned by our core values and our institute is dedicated to grow a culture that pursues, enables and demands research excellence. We are proud of the work we do and work hard as a team to make a positive difference to the community.  Our values of excellence, innovation, courage, integrity and teamwork are what help us achieve our goals. If these are also your values and goals, apply today.

As a not-for-profit organisation, SAHMRI employees can access salary packaging options up to $15,900. Salary packaging lets you pay for things like the everyday costs of living with money from your salary before tax. This reduces your taxable income, meaning you could pay less tax and take home more of what you earn. For more information on salary packaging please see the Maxxia website.

For a copy of the position description, please click here.

For more information, please contact Adam O’Connell (Director, PIRL) at adam.oconnell@sahmri.com

Applications close: Monday 6th January 2025

Applications may close earlier than advertised if a suitable candidate is found prior to the close date

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply

SAHMRI is a member of the Athena SWAN Science in Australia Gender Equity program. We have been awarded Bronze status for our commitment to advancing the careers of women, trans and gender diverse individuals in STEMM.