MRI Instructor (Grant Funded)

General Description:

As we launch our new Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) program, we are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable MRI Instructor to join our team and prepare students for rewarding careers in this advanced field of healthcare. As an MRI Instructor at SUNY Niagara, you will have the unique opportunity to shape a new program, delivering engaging and comprehensive instruction in Magnetic Resonance Imaging. You will help students develop the technical and professional skills needed to succeed as MRI technologists, ensuring alignment with industry and accreditation standards.

The instructor will develop and implement curriculum, facilitate hands-on training in MRI techniques and safety protocols, and assess student learning outcomes. The Instructor will provide quality learning opportunities that assist students in meeting their educational goals and career aspirations. The Instructor will be responsible for effectively integrating MRI technology into classroom instruction, ensuring that students gain a comprehensive understanding of its applications and functionalities.

The instructor will also be responsible for program coordination, student advisement, assessment of learning outcomes, participation in divisional and college activities, and all required duties as outlined in the Faculty Handbook. This is a full time 10-month grant-funded position. The typical teaching load is 15 lecture hours or 18 lecture/lab hours per semester. In addition, the instructor will be responsible for attending regular office hours, meetings on campus, and participating in committees. Teaching assignments may be during day, evening, or weekend hours. Classes are held on SUNY Niagara’s main campus in Sanborn, NY.

In addition to the base salary, there are many ways to increase the salary further by teaching overload, teaching summer courses, doing special assignments etc. There is a tenure track pathway for promotion to higher level salaries of Associate Professor and Professor.

The successful candidate will only be required to work 162 days per academic year (August – May) and will be provided with a winter break from mid-December to early January, and a Spring Break for one week in mid-March.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate of Applied Science degree in Radiologic Technology and a Master’s degree in Radiologic Technology, MRI Technology or related field
• ARRT certification
• Two years of full-time or equivalent experience as an imagining technologist.
• Proven expertise in MRI technology, with comprehensive knowledge and proficiency in operating MRI equipment.