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RESEARCH ASSISTANT- Full-Time
MILITARY PERFORMANCE LAB
CENTER FOR THE INTREPID
The Henry M. Jackson Foundation is seeking a Research Assistant to support the Military Performance Laboratory (MPL) within the Center for the Intrepid (CFI)/Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC) in San Antonio, Texas.
The aim of the CFI is to provide state-of-the-art care for wounded service members as they return to the highest levels of physical, psychological and emotional function. The MPL provides injured military members with the best technology available to precisely analyze and interpret movement dysfunctions. Personnel from the MPL provide clinical gait analysis services, conduct research to improve patient management, and provide education and training in leading-edge care and rehabilitation. This is a full-time position in direct support of research protocols involving assessment and training of individual who have experienced an amputation. The incumbent will assist with all activities related to data collection, processing and management within the CFI MPL.
Responsibilities:
1. Assists with motion analysis data collection and processing.
2. Assists with metabolic analysis data collection and processing.
3. Synthesizes test session results and generate reports.
4. Assists with explaining protocols and obtaining informed consent.
5. Maintains files on research subjects.
6. Maintains equipment and computer resources.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Working knowledge of biomechanics and familiarity with the function of gait laboratories and research protocols; Interpersonal skills to work effectively with patients and staff; Ability to learn new software quickly, troubleshoot computer related issues, and provide a high attention to detail; Knowledge of Matlab, Vicon Nexus, and Visual 3D is highly desirable.
Minimum Education/Training Requirements: Master’s degree in Biomechanical Engineering, or related field, from an accredited institution.
Minimum Experience: 0-2 years of experience.
Physical Capabilities: The physical activity is mostly sedentary but may require some lifting of equipment, and sitting and standing from the floor for patient set up.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Controls: The Incumbent works under the supervision of the local Henry Jackson Foundation supervisor and under the direction of the director of the Military Performance Lab to achieve contracted objectives. Technical and procedural problems and plans relating to accomplishment of assigned tasks are resolved independently or through consultation with MPL or CFI personnel.
Work Environment: The work environment is that of clinical motion analysis laboratory located in a teaching and research hospital. Work is performed in an office setting with adequate lighting, heat and air conditioning.
Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Director of Human Resources.
To apply, please visit www.hjf.org/careers and reference job #208404
Questions and resumes may also be addressed to:
Nicole Mazella, Recruiter, Human Resources Department
Henry Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine
nmazzella@hjf.org
MILITARY PERFORMANCE LAB
CENTER FOR THE INTREPID
The Henry M. Jackson Foundation is seeking a Research Assistant to support the Military Performance Laboratory (MPL) within the Center for the Intrepid (CFI)/Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC) in San Antonio, Texas.
The aim of the CFI is to provide state-of-the-art care for wounded service members as they return to the highest levels of physical, psychological and emotional function. The MPL provides injured military members with the best technology available to precisely analyze and interpret movement dysfunctions. Personnel from the MPL provide clinical gait analysis services, conduct research to improve patient management, and provide education and training in leading-edge care and rehabilitation. This is a full-time position in direct support of research protocols involving assessment and training of individual who have experienced an amputation. The incumbent will assist with all activities related to data collection, processing and management within the CFI MPL.
Responsibilities:
1. Assists with motion analysis data collection and processing.
2. Assists with metabolic analysis data collection and processing.
3. Synthesizes test session results and generate reports.
4. Assists with explaining protocols and obtaining informed consent.
5. Maintains files on research subjects.
6. Maintains equipment and computer resources.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Working knowledge of biomechanics and familiarity with the function of gait laboratories and research protocols; Interpersonal skills to work effectively with patients and staff; Ability to learn new software quickly, troubleshoot computer related issues, and provide a high attention to detail; Knowledge of Matlab, Vicon Nexus, and Visual 3D is highly desirable.
Minimum Education/Training Requirements: Master’s degree in Biomechanical Engineering, or related field, from an accredited institution.
Minimum Experience: 0-2 years of experience.
Physical Capabilities: The physical activity is mostly sedentary but may require some lifting of equipment, and sitting and standing from the floor for patient set up.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Controls: The Incumbent works under the supervision of the local Henry Jackson Foundation supervisor and under the direction of the director of the Military Performance Lab to achieve contracted objectives. Technical and procedural problems and plans relating to accomplishment of assigned tasks are resolved independently or through consultation with MPL or CFI personnel.
Work Environment: The work environment is that of clinical motion analysis laboratory located in a teaching and research hospital. Work is performed in an office setting with adequate lighting, heat and air conditioning.
Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Director of Human Resources.
To apply, please visit www.hjf.org/careers and reference job #208404
Questions and resumes may also be addressed to:
Nicole Mazella, Recruiter, Human Resources Department
Henry Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine
nmazzella@hjf.org