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Job ID: 358504

About the Job

The Minnesota Supercomputing Institute (MSI) at the Universityof Minnesota seeks to hire a Neuroimaging Analyst who enjoys contributing to research. As a Neuroimaging Analyst at MSI, will work mostclosely with faculty and staff at the Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain (MIDB) and Medical School. Under the supervision of MIDB'sNeuroimaging Informatics Manager, you will work with other MIDB-IG staff to ensure MIDB's neuroimaging informatics needs aremet.

Position Duties and Responsibilities

• Work directly with researchers to provide support in neuroimaginginformatics
• Keep abreast of the literature in the neuroimaging informatics space
• Develop scripts and procedures to improveuser experience
• Anticipate and plan for researchers' needs for new technologies
• Other duties asassigned

Consulting (50%)

• Work with MIDB stakeholders to identify short-term and long-term needs in neuroimaginginformatics
• Appropriately document work to assist researchers to prepare grants, research papers and reports based on theanalysis
• Assist researchers in leveraging existing resources available to neuroimaging researchers, including image databases(LORIS, ...)and tools.

Development (40%)

• Assist in the development of new computational environments to supportneuroimaging analysis platforms (AFNI, FSL, etc.) in the HPC environment at MSI
• Build computational workflows that scale and workacross a broad range of file system storage
• Develop scripts for neuroimaging analysis for often-used scripts

ProfessionalDevelopment (10%)

• Participate in the University of Minnesota IT and cultural communities through relevant University working groups,committees of practice, and professional organizations
• Pursue development through relevant independent studies, training,workshops, and conferences

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This position has been designated as flexible work profile 1 or 2. Profile 1 is expected to workprimarily on-site. Profile 2 is expected to work on-site more than 50% of the time. The office location will be in Johnston Hall. MSImanagement retains the right to modify flexible work arrangements on a temporary or permanent basis for any reason at anytime.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS degree plus at least two years of relatedexperience or a combination of education and work experience to equal six years
• Background in scientific image processing, analysisor multidimensional signal processing
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, MATLAB, Java, C++, ...)
• Familiarity with the Linux operating system
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to articulateprocesses verbally and in writing
• Highly motivated to learn new technical skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a science or engineering field
• Experience in one or more of the following: MR neuroimaging image analysis(fMRI, DWI, structural) or medical image analysis
• Container technology, such as Docker
• HPC environments
• Neuroimaging analysis software packages such as FSL, AFNI, SPM
• Experience working in a team environment with people withdiverse expertise

General Skills and Attributes

• Strong general troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Friendly presence and helpful attitude; excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others at all levels of theorganization
• Outgoing, confident, and easily builds relationships
• Strong initiative to see tasks through to the end
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to change
• Ability to identify opportunities for improvement
• Ability to workresponsibly with or without direct supervision

About the Department

The Minnesota Supercomputing Institute(MSI) is a core research facility of the University of Minnesota (U of M), part of the Research Computing umbrella within the Office of theVice President for Research. MSI provides advanced research computing infrastructure and expertise to the University's research andscholarly community and the State of Minnesota in order to advance and accelerate research and foster innovation and discoveries throughadvanced computing technologies, scientific computing and informatics, application development, and services. MSI currently supports over900 different research groups with over 4500 active users spanning the sciences, engineering, life sciences, medicine, and socialsciences.

MSI has partnered with the Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain (MIDB), bringing together University of Minnesotaexperts in pediatric medicine and research to diagnose, prevent and treat neurodevelopmental disorders in early childhood and adolescence.This position will be integrated into the MIDB Informatics Group, a dedicated resource to support the needs of the MIDB institute in theneuroimaging informatics space. The candidate will close the gap between researchers and the resources available to the neuroimagingcommunity, ensuring the highest quality of research output in the shortest possible time.

MSI has a strong commitment to theUniversity's goal of creating a positive and inclusive campus climate by advancing equity and diversity. We aim to hire high-potentialpeople with varying identities and backgrounds.

Benefits

Working at the University

Atthe University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. Weprioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The Universityalso offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Scholarship
• Low-cost medical,dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employercontribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financialcounseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metroarea

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for moreinformation regarding benefits.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for thisposition, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application forthe position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your \"My JobApplications\" page and uploading documents in the \"My Cover Letters and Attachments\" section.

To request an accommodation during theapplication process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR(8647).

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enrichingthe employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retainingemployees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in itsprograms, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status,disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more aboutdiversity at the U:http://diversity.umn.edu.

EmploymentRequirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption isthat prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists fromemployment.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

TheUniversity of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate,graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's mostvibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships withworld-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public serviceorganizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as wellas by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019,2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).