Description The Department of Medicine in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a Medical Radiation Technologist. This Fixed Term Recurring Part-time position is for approximately 1 year (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.

The Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (CLSA) is a large, national, long-term study that follows approximately 50,000 individuals who are between the ages of 45 and 85 when recruited, for at least 20 years. The CLSA collects information on the changing biological, medical, psychological, social, lifestyle and economic aspects of people's lives. These factors will be studied to understand how, individually and in combination, they have an impact in both maintaining health and in the development of disease and disability as people age.

This position reports to the local site Principal Investigator (PI) with accountabilities to the Calgary Data Collection Site (DCS) Research Coordinator. Following established standard operating procedures, the Medical Radiation Technologist is responsible for performing bone density measurements, echocardiograms and data collection on research participants through a variety of on-site equipment, procedures and questionnaires.

The Medical Radiation

Technologist will ensure a high level of care and safety by following effective radiation protection practices and precautionary measures, along with good clinical practices in data collection and documentation. The position requires working collaboratively with other members of the Calgary site research team. Previous research experience is an asset.

This is a recurring part-time position. Recurring part-time employees are hourly employees engaged to perform work on an irregular schedule. The position can be up to 35 hours a week, depending on the participant testing schedule and requires general availability on weekdays. Schedules will be set in advance for participant pre-bookings.

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

- Conducting the Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) scans on research participants
- Performing daily, weekly and monthly quality controls and equipment maintenance
- Assist with administering on-site data collection tests, assessments, and questionnaires. Must be willing to continually learn and develop proficiency in new medical tests, assessments, equipment, and questionnaires as study protocols and research needs evolve. This may include, but is not limited to, ECG, echocardiograms, vision and hearing assessments, mobility testing, and standardized questionnaires
- Ensure proper research methodology and handling of all research materials
- Assist in the day-to-day operations of the Calgary Data Collection Site




- Duties are carried out as outlined in the standard operating procedures of the CLSA
- Follow good clinical practices in research, stay updated on most current trainings as necessary
- Directly responsible for performing bone density measurements on research participants through the operation of equipment as indicated
- Performing physical measurements on research participants, using a variety of equipment and procedures
- Ensuring a high level of care and safety by following effective radiation protection practices and precautionary measures to avoid excessive radiation to research subjects and research staff Perform quality control checks and maintenance on radiographic and various equipment

Qualifications / Requirements:

- Must have completed a recognized Post-Secondary Medical Radiation Technology program or Diploma from Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists
- License with Health Professions Act of Alberta required
- Registration with the Alberta College of Medical Diagnostic and Therapeutic Technologists required
- 1-3 years of research experience preferred, with ability to work well with the public
- Excellent time management, interpersonal and communication skills, accuracy and attention to detail
- Knowledge and skill working with computer technology required (specific training on the systems used in the CLSA will be provided)
- Demonstrates ability to function independently and within a team environment
- Possess and maintain a positive attitude within work environment
- Strong organizational and decision-making skills required
- Demonstrates superior physical and emotional assessment skills

Application Deadline: October 20, 2026 We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.

This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Technical Job Family, Phase 2.

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📌 Medical Radiation Technologist, Department of Medicine (Calgary)
🏢 University of Calgary
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