We are seeking a C2 Higher Scientific Officer - Clinical Biomechanics to join our team at DMRC Stanford Hall. The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team of research staff & will have access to truly world-class, advanced, state-of-the-art facilities including a 30-metre biomechanics testing laboratory with 34 motion capture cameras, 14 floor-mounted force plates, portable force plates, wireless EMG, isokinetic dynamometry & a high-end, fully immersive computer assisted virtual reality trainer. The role is offered at 37.5 hours per week. If you believe you match the job description then please apply.

Responsibilities

Duties of the role include but are not limited to:
  • Undertaking, facilitating and leading research projects in line with the Surgeon General’s research strategy.
  • Providing biomechanical assessment in support of clinical delivery implementing components of a Biomechanics Performance Laboratory and Computer Assisted Rehabilitation Environment (CAREN) high end system, including patient preparation, equipment setup, operation, analysis and reporting of findings to multidisciplinary teams.
  • Undertaking non-research related duties at departmental level.
  • Assisting the Clinical Research Manager (CRM) in the co-ordination of the day-day running of the Academic Department of Military Rehabilitation.
Requirements
  • Minimum MSc in relevant discipline to biomechanics (e.g. sports medicine, sports science, clinical biomechanics). Possessing or working towards a PhD is an advantage.
  • Evidence of using 3-D motion capture technology.
  • Evidence of using force-plate technology.
  • Evidence of involvement in clinical research.
  • Evidence of using specialist software (eg. MATLAB/Python, Visual 3D, SPSS).
  • Evidence of ability to effectively communicate research findings and technical information.
To apply click this link: https://www.civilservicejobs.service...?jcode=1720048

For further information about this role, please email: andrew.houston102@mod.gov.uk