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The University of Pittsburgh’s Human Movement Research Laboratory (HMRL) is seeking a Research Engineer to join a dynamic team of investigators performing leading research in human motor control and injury biomechanics towards the development of rehabilitation strategies for patients with musculoskeletal or motor disorders. The candidate must demonstrate superior organizational, time management, and communication skills, as well as intellectual independence and initiative. He/she will protect confidential and sensitive research data with integrity. The ability to work both independently and as part of a team is essential.
DUTIES: Responsibilities for this position will include, but are not limited to the following:
• Ensure that the laboratory’s technical infrastructure (both specialized equipment and software) remains in optimal working order. This includes programming equipment controllers, assisting with set-up of new equipment, and maintaining software up-to-date.
• Write custom Matlab applications when needed.
• Assist with the development and testing of new data capture and analysis methods.
• Serve as a technical resource to HMRL’s researchers and students.
• Participate in research designed to advance the state of knowledge concerning musculoskeletal function.
• Assist in the development of computational finite element models of the human body to study biomechanical response to joint loading. Specifics include processing of high-resolution medical imaging data for model geometry, identifying and quantifying gaps in material property data, and conducting experiments to validate computational model predictions.
• Conduct portions of experiments with appropriate methodology, collects and analyzes data carefully, and maintains well-organized records and research notes.
• Act as HMRL’s human subjects' coordinator.
Required:
* BS or MS in biomedical engineering, bioengineering, electrical or mechanical engineering, or related field with a focus on kinesiology.
* Self-motivated individual interested in working in cutting-edge biomechanics research in a dynamic environment.
* Ability to work as part of a fast-paced team and bring key technical insights and innovations to translational biomechanics research.
* Applicant must have interest in human biomechanics and be able to interact with healthy and clinical populations.
* Proficiency in Simulink, Labview, and database software. Experience working in a motion analysis laboratory and C++ programming is preferred.
* Applicant must have demonstrated experience in experimental design, data acquisition systems, data processing techniques, sensors and instrumentation.
* Demonstrated experience in biological tissue specimen preparation and testing, which requires strict observance of biohazard safety procedures.
This is a full-time position, with salary according to experience and based on the University of Pittsburgh’s guidelines.
If interested, please email resume to:
Dr. Shawn Farrokhi, PT, PhD, DPT
Assistant Professor
Department of Physical Therapy
Department of Bioengineering
University of Pittsburgh
6035 Forbes Tower
Pittsburgh, PA 15260
e-mail: farrokhi@pitt.edu
or
Dr. Gelsy Torres-Oviedo, PhD
Assistant Professor
Department of Bioengineering
University of Pittsburgh
3700 O'Hara St, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 USA
406 Benedum Hall
e-mail: gelsyto@pitt.edu
DUTIES: Responsibilities for this position will include, but are not limited to the following:
• Ensure that the laboratory’s technical infrastructure (both specialized equipment and software) remains in optimal working order. This includes programming equipment controllers, assisting with set-up of new equipment, and maintaining software up-to-date.
• Write custom Matlab applications when needed.
• Assist with the development and testing of new data capture and analysis methods.
• Serve as a technical resource to HMRL’s researchers and students.
• Participate in research designed to advance the state of knowledge concerning musculoskeletal function.
• Assist in the development of computational finite element models of the human body to study biomechanical response to joint loading. Specifics include processing of high-resolution medical imaging data for model geometry, identifying and quantifying gaps in material property data, and conducting experiments to validate computational model predictions.
• Conduct portions of experiments with appropriate methodology, collects and analyzes data carefully, and maintains well-organized records and research notes.
• Act as HMRL’s human subjects' coordinator.
Required:
* BS or MS in biomedical engineering, bioengineering, electrical or mechanical engineering, or related field with a focus on kinesiology.
* Self-motivated individual interested in working in cutting-edge biomechanics research in a dynamic environment.
* Ability to work as part of a fast-paced team and bring key technical insights and innovations to translational biomechanics research.
* Applicant must have interest in human biomechanics and be able to interact with healthy and clinical populations.
* Proficiency in Simulink, Labview, and database software. Experience working in a motion analysis laboratory and C++ programming is preferred.
* Applicant must have demonstrated experience in experimental design, data acquisition systems, data processing techniques, sensors and instrumentation.
* Demonstrated experience in biological tissue specimen preparation and testing, which requires strict observance of biohazard safety procedures.
This is a full-time position, with salary according to experience and based on the University of Pittsburgh’s guidelines.
If interested, please email resume to:
Dr. Shawn Farrokhi, PT, PhD, DPT
Assistant Professor
Department of Physical Therapy
Department of Bioengineering
University of Pittsburgh
6035 Forbes Tower
Pittsburgh, PA 15260
e-mail: farrokhi@pitt.edu
or
Dr. Gelsy Torres-Oviedo, PhD
Assistant Professor
Department of Bioengineering
University of Pittsburgh
3700 O'Hara St, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 USA
406 Benedum Hall
e-mail: gelsyto@pitt.edu