MRI Physicist/Scientist

Company: UC Davis Health
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: January 6, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description The UC Davis Health School of Medicine, Department of Radiology is actively recruiting for a full-time MRI Physicist/Scientist at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank (commensurate with experience and credentials) in the in-Residence at 50% and Ladder (Regular) rank at 50% series, with expertise in Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy Imaging (MRSI) and Ultrasound and Machine Learning. Criteria for the in-Residence and Professor Series include expectations to engage in teaching, independent research and creative work, demonstrate professional competence and activity, and provide University and public service. We are seeking a rising star with a strong track record of first-author peer-reviewed research publications. Demonstrated expertise in MRSI as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications, and a track record of obtaining extramural funding in the field of MRSI physics are essential, as is a track record of publication in ultrasound methodology, and in using machine learning techniques and image processing pipelines. Experience in neuroscience, cancer imaging, and microvasculature imaging is preferred but not required. Experience of both classroom teaching and research mentoring is essential. Strength in oral presentation, as evidenced by a track record of invited talks, is required. The candidate is expected to make a significant research impact on MRSI physics/technology and related research areas via their independent research program, contribute to facilitating cross-departmental research efforts in collaboration with Ph.D. and M.D. faculty and others in scholarly activities, including participation in research programs being carried out within Radiology and other Departments. Teaching expectations include actively engaging in teaching of residents, fellows, graduate students, and medical technologists, and participation in departmental and institutional quality improvement and value initiatives. The successful candidate will also facilitate efforts to develop an ultrasound methodology research program within the Department. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to assist in clinical MRI operations, including the Quality Assurance Program, and may participate in the MRI Safety Committee and associated tasks. The incumbent may also provide technical support to the Health Physics Section within UC Davis Health. The successful candidate will participate in professional and healthcare conferences and in training programs to represent the interests of UC Davis and advance Radiology Physics practice. UC Davis Medical Center is a comprehensive academic medical center where clinical practice, teaching, and research converge to advance human health. The Radiology Department has a vibrant research environment encompassing cutting-edge instrumentation development and very close links with the Department of Biomedical Engineering, the Department of Neurology, the School of Veterinary Medicine, and the Center for Molecular and Genomic Imaging. Centers of Excellence include the National Cancer Institute-designated UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center; the Alzheimer’s Disease Center; the region's only Level 1 Pediatric and Adult Trauma Centers; the UC Davis MIND Institute which is devoted to finding treatments and cures for neurodevelopmental disorders; the UC Davis Children's Hospital; and the EXPLORER Molecular Imaging Center which houses the world’s first total-body PET scanner. The salary range for this position is $155,000-$195,000. This position includes membership in the Health Sciences Compensation Plan. Completed applications will be reviewed regularly, with the position remaining open until filled or until the search end date. Qualified applicants should complete an application through UC Davis Recruit (recruit.ucdavis.edu), searching by JPF07264. At the UC Davis Health Department of Radiology, we are driven by a clear mission: to deliver the very highest quality patient care, transformative research, and train the next generation of radiology leaders and innovators. As part of the Sacramento region’s only academic medical center, we serve a 33-county area spanning 65,000 square miles. We provide advanced imaging, minimally invasive treatments and therapies, and expert care to patients of all ages across a wide range of specialties. Our faculty has a long track record of pioneering new imaging technologies, diagnostic methods, and treatment strategies, and we are committed to continuously advancing the frontiers of medicine. Recently, Forbes named UC Davis Health to its “America’s Best Large Employers” list for 2025, ranking us as the No. 19 employer nationally with at least 5,000 employees and as the top hospital or health system in California for the second consecutive year. Our clinical and research work extends across multiple premier facilities, including our Level I Trauma Center, the cutting-edge EXPLORER Molecular Imaging Center, and our new state-of-the-art 48X Complex, Outpatient Surgery Center. At UC Davis, you’ll find not only the resources and support of a leading academic medical center but also a shared mission to improve outcomes and bring hope to the patients and communities we serve.

Keywords: UC Davis Health, Berkeley , MRI Physicist/Scientist, Science, Research & Development , Sacramento, California