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HERC: Metro New York & Southern Connecticut R&D Specialist (MRI Hardware Engineer) in New Haven, Connecticut
Employer Name: Yale University
Principal Responsibilities: 1. Develops and evaluates performance and reliability of test equipment. Determines types and number of tests to be performed on equipment. Recommends modifications to testing equipment. Analyzes results. 2. Uses blueprints, sketches and schematics. 3. Instructs laboratory support staff in construction and modification techniques. Develops time and cost estimates, material requirements and methodology. Orders materials and supplies. 4. May set up and operate machinery, hand and power tools, and other equipment for the fabrication, testing, and modification of instruments, equipment, components, and systems. May oversee support staff. 5. Performs additional function incidental to research and development technicians. Required Skill/ability 1: Experience with gradient coil design in MRI or related fields. Experience with gradient coil construction and system integration including coiling systems and mechanical considerations. Required Skill/ability 2: * Experience with gradient coil characterization and correction schemes. 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 & Development Tech 3 University Job Title: R&D Specialist (MRI Hardware Engineer) Required Education and Experience: Six years of related work experience, four of them in the same job family at the next lower level, and high school level education; or four years of related work experience and an Associate's degree; or little or no work experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.