Research Program Manager

The Department of Radiology is seeking a leader for the academic medical center as our MRI Program Manager at the Wisconsin Institute for Medical Research. In this role, you'll oversee operations across three state-of-the-art MRI scanners, including a PET/MRI system. You'll lead a dedicated team of MRI technologists and a technical assistant, manage daily clinical and research MRI workflows, support scheduling, and supervise the operations manager. We're looking for a collaborative leader with a growth mindset to help drive innovation in medical imaging. This role is key to advancing our mission of delivering exceptional patient care, supporting cutting-edge research, and promoting equity and inclusion in healthcare. At UW Radiology, we value respect, adaptability, accountability, and a strong commitment to underserved populations. Join us and help shape the future of imaging science.

Additional Job Details

• This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.

• Contact with vulnerable populations that are non-minors (does not pertain to physicians/providers who work with minors): This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and every four years.

• Candidates who demonstrate the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities, will be given be given first consideration OR Successful candidates will address the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities in their cover letter: the ideal candidate is a flexible and forward-thinking leader with strong organizational and communication skills. They are experienced in managing teams, coordinating daily operations, and improving processes. With a proactive mindset and a focus on continuous growth, they thrive in dynamic environments and contribute meaningfully to the success of the program.

• Assists in the development, coordination, and facilitation of trainings and workshops for internal and external audiences to disseminate research program developments and information

• Plans, develops, and implements processes and protocols to support research aims

• Exercises supervisory authority, including hiring, transferring, suspending, promoting, managing conduct and performance, discharging, assigning, rewarding, disciplining, and/or approving hours worked of at least 2.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees

• Serves as a unit liaison and subject matter expert among internal and external stakeholder groups, collaborates across disciplines and functional areas, provides program information, and promotes the accomplishments and developments of scholars and research initiatives

• Monitors program budget(s) and approves unit expenditures

• Develops policies, procedures, and institutional agreements on behalf of the program

• Plans and directs the day-to-day operational activities of one or multiple research programs or units according to established research objectives in alignment with strategic plans and initiatives

School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Radiology, MRI.

Join UW Radiology and UW Health-A Legacy of Innovation

The University of Wisconsin Department of Radiology, in partnership with UW Health, has been at the forefront of clinical care, imaging research, and education for nearly a century. Since its inception on May 18, 1927-when Dr. Ernst Pohle was appointed as the first professor of Radiology-the department has grown to more than 160 faculty members across 14 specialized sections, serving as a key pillar of UW Health's world-class medical enterprise.

What Sets Us Apart

• Collaborative Excellence: Strong partnerships with UW Health, Medical Physics, and leading equipment vendors drive continuous advancements in imaging.

• Cutting-Edge Technology: We utilize state-of-the-art imaging in CT, MR, PET/CT, PET/MR, angiography, ultrasound, PACS, and AI-driven medical imaging.

• Robust Research Infrastructure: Dedicated support for grant writing, media specialists, research nurses, technologists, and data managers enhance investigative success.

• Premier Imaging Facilities: The WIMR Imaging Sciences Center offers 60,000 square feet of advanced imaging space, including MRI, PET/MRI, PET/CT, CT, ultrasound, angiography, cyclotron, radiopharmaceutical production and comprehensive small animal imaging technologies.

Together, UW Radiology and UW Health are committed to advancing human health through groundbreaking clinical care, pioneering research, and excellence in education. We foster a respectful, adaptive, and accountable environment-one that prioritizes innovation while serving the needs of all patients, including underserved populations.

Visit our official website to learn more about our work and opportunities.

• The starting salary for the position is $96,000; but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

• Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information, refer to the campus benefits webpage and the SMPH Academic Staff Benefits Flyer OR SMPH University Staff Benefits Flyer.

• Experience with medical imaging (at least 1 year)

• Supervisory experience or leading a team (at least 1 year)

• Experience with MRI

• Familiarity with research protocols and regulatory compliance

• Project management skills

• Experience in healthcare and/or research setting

• Bachelor's Degree Preferred Minimum

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• Cover Letter

• Resume

Please note, there is only one attachment field. You must upload all of your documents in the attachment field.

Applicants are to submit a cover letter and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the required and preferred qualifications referenced above. The application reviewers will be relying on written application materials to determine which qualified applicants will advance in the recruitment process. We will notify selected applicants to participate further in the selection process directly. References will be requested of final candidates. All applicants will be notified after the search is complete and a candidate has been selected.

University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship and TN visas. The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. This position is an ongoing position that will require continuous work eligibility. If you are selected for this position, you must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work.

Amanda Joncas, ajoncas@wisc.edu, 608-262-2716

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