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  • Job Posting: Professional Research Assistant,Orthopaedic Biomechanics Lab,University of Colorado Health Sciences Center

    Orthopaedic Biomechanics Labs
    Department of Orthopaedics
    University of Colorado Health Sciences Center

    The Orthopaedic Biomechanics Research Laboratory at the University of Colorado
    Health Sciences Center in Denver, Colorado is seeking a full-time
    Professional
    Research Assistant. The focus of the lab is to study the normal, pathologic,
    and rehabilitation biomechanics of the musculoskeletal system. The incumbent
    will work under the general direction of the laboratory director and will
    collaborate with clinical faculty, medical residents, other research
    personnel,
    and engineering graduate and undergraduate students.

    Salary Range:
    Negotiated depending on experience. This is a full-time position.

    Education/Experience:
    Master of Science degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering or a related
    field.
    At least three years practical experience performing experimental biomechanics
    or experimental mechanics research.

    Preferred Qualifications:
    Expertise in basic hardware fabrication with machine shop tools.
    Computer application programming experience in Visual Basic, Labview, C, or
    other appropriate environment.
    Experience with computer based word processing, spreadsheet, and statistical
    analysis software.
    Experience in electronic assembly.
    Expertise in computer based modeling (CAD, dynamic analysis, finite element
    analysis).
    Instron experience.
    Knowledge of Federal, State, and private sponsor guidelines and procedures.
    Effective oral and written communication skills.
    Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
    Ability to interact effectively with individuals from a variety of
    backgrounds.

    Duties include:
    Setup and execution of mechanical experiments on hard and soft tissues.
    Dissection and preparation of cadaveric specimens for testing.
    Programming data acquisition and analysis software.
    Performance of statistical analysis of data
    Writing research reports/journal articles
    Design and fabricate specialized fixtures for testing.
    Write research reports and journal articles.
    Oversight of student research projects.
    Provide advice and assistance to, and work cooperatively with, other
    researchers working in the laboratory.

    How to Apply:
    Applicants should apply in writing by submitting a letter and resume (or
    CV), a
    brief statement of professional interests, and the names, addresses and phone
    numbers (or e-mail addresses) of three professional references to:

    Joel M. Bach, Ph.D.
    Director, Orthopaedic Biomechanics Labs
    University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
    4200 East Ninth Avenue, MS-F432
    Denver, Colorado 80262

    Review of applications will begin on December 1st and will continue until the
    position is filled.

    Those wishing to apply electronically may send the requested materials as an
    e-mail attachment (Microsoft Word document preferred) to Joel.Bach@uchsc.edu

    The University of Colorado Health Sciences Center is committed to Equal
    Opportunity and Affirmative Action.






    Joel M. Bach, Ph.D.

    Director, Orthopaedic Biomechanics Labs
    University of Colorado Health Sciences Center

    Phone: 303-724-0322 Fax: 303- to be determined


    Orthopaedic Biomechanics Labs
    Department of Orthopaedics
    University of Colorado Health Sciences Center

    The Orthopaedic Biomechanics Research Laboratory at the University of
    Colorado Health Sciences Center in Denver, Colorado is seeking  a
    full-time Professional Research Assistant.  The focus of the lab is
    to study the normal, pathologic, and rehabilitation biomechanics of the
    musculoskeletal system.  The incumbent will work under the general
    direction of the laboratory director and will collaborate with clinical
    faculty, medical residents, other research personnel, and engineering
    graduate and undergraduate students.

    Salary Range:
    Negotiated depending on experience.  This is a full-time
    position.

    Education/Experience: 
    Master of Science degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering or a
    related field. 
    At least three years practical experience performing experimental
    biomechanics or experimental mechanics research.

    Preferred Qualifications:
    Expertise in basic hardware fabrication with machine shop
    tools.
    Computer application programming experience in Visual Basic, Labview, C,
    or other appropriate environment.
    Experience with computer based word processing, spreadsheet, and
    statistical analysis software.
    Experience in electronic assembly.
    Expertise in computer based modeling (CAD, dynamic analysis, finite
    element analysis).
    Instron experience.
    Knowledge of Federal, State, and private sponsor guidelines and
    procedures.
    Effective oral and written communication skills.
    Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
    Ability to interact effectively with individuals from a variety of
    backgrounds.

    Duties include:
    Setup and execution of mechanical experiments on hard and soft
    tissues.
    Dissection and preparation of cadaveric specimens for testing.
    Programming data acquisition and analysis software.
    Performance of statistical analysis of data
    Writing research reports/journal articles
    Design and fabricate specialized fixtures for testing.
    Write research reports and journal articles.
    Oversight of student research projects.
    Provide advice and assistance to, and work cooperatively with, other
    researchers working in the laboratory.

    How to Apply:
    Applicants should apply in writing by submitting a letter and resume
    (or CV), a brief statement of professional interests, and the names,
    addresses and phone numbers (or e-mail addresses) of three professional
    references to:

    Joel M. Bach, Ph.D.
    Director, Orthopaedic Biomechanics Labs
    University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
    4200 East Ninth Avenue, MS-F432
    Denver, Colorado 80262

    Review of applications will begin on December 1st and will
    continue until the position is filled.

    Those wishing to apply electronically may send the requested materials as
    an e-mail attachment (Microsoft Word document preferred) to
    Joel.Bach@uchsc.edu

    The University of Colorado Health Sciences Center is committed to Equal
    Opportunity and Affirmative Action.





     
    Joel M. Bach, Ph.D.

    Director, Orthopaedic Biomechanics Labs
    University of Colorado Health Sciences Center

    Phone:
    303-724-0322       &nbs p;  Fax:
    303- to be determined


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