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JOB FUNCTION: Conduct research under the direction of a team comprised of an Orthopaedic Sports Medicine surgeon/scientist and biomechanical engineering scientist. Primary responsibilities include assistance with robotic knee studies including testing coordination, specimen preparation and alignment, hands on testing, data analysis, and preparation of manuscripts for publication.
REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work directly with an orthopaedic sports medicine specialist and biomechanical engineering scientist in the experimental design, data analysis, and preparation of a manuscript for publication. Work with the bioengineering scientist in learning how to maintain, operate, and debug issues related to the use of a 3-D robotic testing system. Work with a medical specialist in the preparation of specimens and conducting experiments that require specialized knowledge of knee anatomy. Perform final dissection of isolated knee specimens and mounting within the robot. Maintain laboratory supplies needed for testing including the placement of specimen orders. Coordinate testing schedule with appropriate personnel to ensure testing is completed without delays. Maintain and backup of data/databases from robotic testing Research current topics in knee injury and repair to help guide current and future research efforts.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in a mechanical engineering with an emphasis on biomechanics, biomedical engineering, or kinesiology.
Preferred: PhD (Post-Doc) or Master's Degree in one of the above disciplines.
PRIOR EXPERIENCE:
Experience Requirement: 1-3 years biomechanical research is desirable.
SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE:
Specialized Knowledge Requirement: Excellent communication skills; measurements of mechanical properties; spreadsheet analysis of data
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Programming proficiency in a scientific language such as Python or LabVIEW. Understanding of basic electrical measurement systems and controls. Knowledge of statistical hypothesis testing and experience with statistical analysis software.
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