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    Lab Manager/Research Scientist at Spaulding National Running Center

    We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Lab Manager/Research Scientist at the Spaulding National Running Center (SNRC), Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Harvard Medical School.
    The Spaulding National Running Center is an integrated clinical and research enterprise aimed at helping individuals to remain active and injury free throughout their lifetime. The SNRC clinic assesses and treats individuals with running-related injuries with a focus on mechanics. Our research is aimed at understanding the relationships between lower extremity structure, mechanics and musculoskeletal injury. We are also interested in developing strategies and interventions that help to mitigate injury risk. While the focus of our research is on running, our interests extend to injuries related to walking as well. Our research encompasses imaging and modeling, as well as experimental studies. We have recently begun a newly funded Dept of Defense project studying the relationship between mechanics and injuries in basic combat training recruits.


    Job Responsibilities

    This position is 50% Lab Manager and 50% Research Scientist

    Lab Manager

    • Ensures that the laboratory’s technical infrastructure including hardware (Vicon passive infra-red camera system, AMTI strain-gauge force plates, force sensing instrumented treadmill, electromyography, IMUs) and software remains in optimal working order. This includes ensuring that hardware is maintained and that software is up-to-date
    • Writes custom software applications when needed.
    • Assists with IRB process including document submissions, renewals, etc
    • Maintains data organization within the lab

    Research Scientist

    • Assists with data collection for ongoing research studies
    • Oversee undergraduate research interns working in the lab
    • Assists in grant writing
    • Develops own research agenda

    Qualifications
    Doctoral degree in biomechanics, mechanical or biomedical engineering or related field.

    Technical Skills
    Proficiency in Matlab, labview, python, database software and operating systems. Experience working in a motion analysis laboratory with proficiency with mocap systems, force plates, instrumented treadmills, electromyography and IMUs) for a minimum of 2 years is required.

    Behavioral Skills
    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.

    If interested, please email a cover letter, resume and the contact information for two referees to:
    Irene Davis, PhD, PT, FACSM, FAPTA, FASB
    isdavis@mgh.harvard.edu
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