Technical Program Engineer

• *Role Summary**

The MRI Technical Program Engineer will support 2 workstreams, viz. the development, refinement, and validation of oscillating gradient diffusion (OGSE/OGD) MRI methods in partnership with Vanderbilt University and collaborating clinical research sites and

• *FLORET UTE Imaging**

in collaboration with Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. The role combines

• *technical implementation and coordination responsibilities**

to ensure successful execution of program deliverables focused on MRI pulse sequence development, research software integration, and data processing within the Philips MRI research ecosystem.

This position is designed for a technically strong engineer who excels in coordination and structured execution. While hands-on work in sequence development and data workflows is expected, the role does

• *not**

require independent subject-matter leadership in diffusion MRI.

• *Core Responsibilities:
• *Program and Project Coordination

· Manage end-to-end workstream timelines and ensure progress aligns with sprint milestones and program schedules.

· Track technical documentation, deliverables, risks, and key meeting actions.

· Facilitate effective communication between Philips internal teams, Vanderbilt researchers, and participating sites.

· Facilitate effective communication between Philips internal teams, Cincinnati researchers, and participating sites.

· Monitor scope execution to ensure alignment with planned activities and deadlines.

· Support preparation, compliance, and tracking of research collaboration documents, agreements, and contractual elements.

• *Qualifications
• *Required
• B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or related field.
• Experience in MRI pulse sequence development (e.g., Philips R5/R6 research environment or other vendor research platforms).
• Proficiency in MRI principles, especially diffusion imaging fundamentals.
• Strong organizational and program coordination skills in a technical environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively across engineering, academic, and research stakeholders.
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, or similar tools for MRI data processing.
• *Preferred**
• Previous exposure to oscillating gradient diffusion techniques (OGSE/OGD) or advanced diffusion MRI research.
• Familiarity with Philips MR Open Interface, RFP, or research integration frameworks.
• Experience working in multi-institution collaborations or research consortia.