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We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Lab Engineer/Manager in the Human Adaptation Laboratory (HAL) at Boston University. The research in HAL is focused on lower extremity biomechanics with particular attention to the mechanics of the hip joint. The overall goal is to further the understanding of normal and faulty movement patterns and motor adaptation, and to develop interventions to reduce hip pain.
Job Responsibilities:
• Conduct biomechanics research, set up and troubleshoot equipment (including motion capture, EMG, force platforms).
• Write computer programs, and collect, analyze, and present experimental data.
• Additional duties include assisting other faculty with experiments; ordering equipment and supplies; assisting in writing and amending human studies protocols, assisting in writing manuscripts and creating presentations; and training new lab members.
Desired Qualifications:
• Well organized, dependable, and detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple study related tasks concurrently.
• Strong interpersonal skills and desire to be part of a research team are a must.
• Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology or Engineering or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Prior experience with computer programming (Matlab, Visual3D), motion capture software (Vicon Nexus 2), electronics troubleshooting, and/or biomechanics research is required.
• Position is full time.
Job Location: Boston University, College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College, Boston, MA, USA
For more information about the Human Adaptation Lab, please see our website (http://sites.bu.edu/movement/). For more information about the position or to arrange a meeting at ASB, please contact Cara Lewis at lewisc@bu.edu.
Cara L. Lewis, PT, PhD
Peter Paul Career Development Professor
Associate Professor
Department of Physical Therapy & Athletic Training
College of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College
Boston University
635 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02215
Job Responsibilities:
• Conduct biomechanics research, set up and troubleshoot equipment (including motion capture, EMG, force platforms).
• Write computer programs, and collect, analyze, and present experimental data.
• Additional duties include assisting other faculty with experiments; ordering equipment and supplies; assisting in writing and amending human studies protocols, assisting in writing manuscripts and creating presentations; and training new lab members.
Desired Qualifications:
• Well organized, dependable, and detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple study related tasks concurrently.
• Strong interpersonal skills and desire to be part of a research team are a must.
• Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology or Engineering or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Prior experience with computer programming (Matlab, Visual3D), motion capture software (Vicon Nexus 2), electronics troubleshooting, and/or biomechanics research is required.
• Position is full time.
Job Location: Boston University, College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College, Boston, MA, USA
For more information about the Human Adaptation Lab, please see our website (http://sites.bu.edu/movement/). For more information about the position or to arrange a meeting at ASB, please contact Cara Lewis at lewisc@bu.edu.
Cara L. Lewis, PT, PhD
Peter Paul Career Development Professor
Associate Professor
Department of Physical Therapy & Athletic Training
College of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College
Boston University
635 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02215