Imaging Applications Specialist
Synchron
About Synchron
Synchron is a neurotechnology company with a mission to deliver the first commercially scalable brain-computer interface (BCI) for millions of people with paralysis to reconnect with the world. Our minimally invasive BCI system is designed to enable users to control digital devices directly through thought, restoring access and control over the digital world. Our team is working at the intersection of healthcare and technology to translate breakthrough research into real-world care.
Join us in shaping a more connected and accessible future.
We are seeking a highly skilled Clinical Imaging Specialist to lead the technical aspects of pre-operative imaging. Including image system testing, image review, anatomical target planning, and image co-registration for Stentrode and Transceiver implantation. You will be responsible for ensuring accurate image-based guidance, anatomical marker placement, and procedural planning across Synchron clinical trials and early commercial programs. This position will serve as a key bridge between Clinical (imaging, procedural), R&D (technical) and Commercial teams. You will be the point person for collaborative programs and project development with third-party vendors or contributors.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to life-changing technology while supporting the advancement of clinical workflows, physician training, and procedural safety and accuracy.
Job Location
Field-based supporting individual clinical sites across the US. Range: 50–80% travel is common.
Nature of Travel:
- Visiting hospitals, imaging centers or sites to support product testing, use or provide training.
- Accompanying Clinical Representatives or Commercial teams.
- Attending conferences, workshops, or internal company meetings.
Territory: National, but may be international for future global sites or clinical work.
Duration: Typically 1–3 days per trip, occasionally longer for initial product trials or testing.
Key Responsibilities
Imaging Review & Targeting
- Lead the review of pre-procedural imaging (CT, CTV, MRV, DSA) for target planning and eligibility assessment preparation for Synchron clinical trial.
- Identify, evaluate and utilize various viewer tools to place anatomical markers and assess venous anatomy.
- Identify the target anatomical and vascular landmarks; guide determination of procedural targets.
- Coordinate with physicians and staff, and third-party personnel on imaging preparation and review.
- Coordinate and lead the test and validation process for all potential clinical sites imaging equipment
Image Co-Registration & Workflow
- Oversee and support system-based co-registration processes during implant procedures.
- Ensure correct integration of pre-op imaging with intraoperative fluoroscopy (CT+, DSA+).
- Troubleshoot image fusion and digital marker placement issues in real-time.
Procedure Support
- Provide intra-procedural technical guidance related to targeting, device positioning, and imaging co-registration.
- Support manual targeting when automated workflows are not viable using anatomical landmark estimation.
Data Management
- Ensure accurate pseudonymization and submission of trial and procedural related imaging data.
- Lead and manage appropriate data transfer process
- Contribute to imaging SOPs, training materials, and anatomical targeting guidelines.
- Review third party feedback, resolve image queries, and ensure data integrity across studies.
Program Development
- Design, develop and initiate a reliably repeatable imaging process for procedural use on commercial case after approval.
- Identify, develop and collaborate with key imaging company partners to support their expanded use case capabilities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or advanced degree in radiological technology (RT), biomedical engineering, medical physics, neuroanatomy, or a related field.
- 3+ years’ experience in clinical imaging, image-guided procedures, or surgical navigation (neurointerventional, cardiology, or interventional radiology preferred).
- Proficient with CT imaging (including CT, CTV, Dyna-CT, Vaso-CT, etc.)
- Proficiency with DICOM image viewers and 3D re-slicing, co-registration, and marker placement tools.
- Familiarity with Siemens, Philips and other equivalent neuro imaging systems.
- Deep understanding of neuroanatomy, particularly motor cortex and venous vasculature.
- Proficiency with IT data transfer and IT security protocols for imaging data tag and transfer
- Project management and operations function within a clinical business environment
- Experience with PACS and various hospital imaging storage solutions
- Experience working in highly regulated clinical environments (EFS, IDE, or FDA-regulated trials).
- Exceptional attention to detail, analytical thinking, and ability to collaborate across clinical, surgical, and R&D teams.
- Ability to independently support and lead project execution in a fast-paced high intensity work environment
- Willingness to travel to clinical sites for procedural support and training.
Benefits*
- Subsidized medical and dental insurance coverage for you and your dependent(s)
- Life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability
- 401k
- Discretionary unlimited PTO
- Flexible Spending Account for you and your dependent(s), with eligible plan elections
- Commuter benefits for NY employees
*for full-time, exempt employees
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Synchron is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.
Join Us
At Synchron, you will be part of a transformative mission and you will work alongside driven people who believe in the power of collaboration and innovation to make a lasting impact. If you are excited to stretch your skills and contribute to something meaningful, apply and now and build the future with us.