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Neuroimaging Engineer

Boys Town
tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Nebraska, Omaha
Jan 08, 2026
The successful candidate will join the Dynamic Imaging of Cognition & Neuromodulation (DICoN) Laboratory led by Dr. Tony Wilson to work on NIH funded studies of altered brain dynamics in adults. We currently have NIH supported projects examining the impact of substance use on brain function and cognitive decline in aging. The successful candidate will focus on one of these projects with the opportunity to contribute to both through data analyses and authoring manuscripts. The DICoN Laboratory is one of seven laboratories within the state-of-the-art Institute for Human Neuroscience, which is equipped with an extensive collection of data processing tools and resources.

The position is up to three years in duration. Within the two projects noted above, the area of research focus is flexible, but demonstrated expertise in neuroimaging, statistical modeling, and/or cognitive neuroscience is essential. Applicants with previous experience in addiction science, aging, and/or clinical neuroscience will be given preference, but we are primarily seeking the best candidate to join our group MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
  • Tunes, operates, maintains, troubleshoots and/or repairs complex custom neuroimaging equipment (two MEG instruments, an MRI instrument, and a future OPM instrument) and associated software systems.
  • Handles equipment installations, upgrades, peripherals, and/or maintenance on these instruments.
  • Interfaces with facilities to ensure proper operational environment is maintained to minimize impacts on the equipment.
  • Assumes major responsibility for software and hardware support, development, and implementation in a neuroimaging-focused neuroscience lab
  • Inspects assembled equipment to ensure proper installation
  • Interacts with researchers and clinicians regarding status of commissioning on a daily basis.
  • Creates and maintains service information in the company database.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
  • Proficient/skilled with various software programs.
  • Ability to work independently, anticipate and solve problems.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks at the same time, manual dexterity, and technical expertise.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with individuals at all levels.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Physics required.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of transfer or hire required.
  • Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative(CITI) certification within 30 days of transfer or hire required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, or other quantitative field preferred.
  • Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.
  • Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  • Position is relatively sedentary in a normal office administrative environment involving minimum exposure to physical risks. Will use office equipment such as a computer/laptop, monitor, keyboard, and a general workstation set-up. Occasionally having to exert up to 30 pounds of force. Occasionally subject to hazards such as moving mechanical parts or electrical current.

Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town - it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.

At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team - one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.

About Boys Town:

Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.

Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.

This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.

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