RESEARCH SCIENTIST/ENGINEER 4
Apply NowCompany: University of Washington
Location: Seattle, WA 98164
Description:
As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.
The Department of Mechanical Engineering has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Scientist/Engineer 4 to join their team.
The field of research of research this position is engaged in: Biomechanics and mechanical engineering.
The purpose of the research project this position supports: Assist with research at the Veterans Administration's Center for Limb Loss and MoBility (CLiMB) that aims to preserve and enhance the mobility of subjects with lower limb musculoskeletal impairment or limb loss.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Analyzing benchtop and human subjects biomechanics data and producing scientific result.
Identify key scientific questions that warrant investigation and define research problems related to biomechanics. Design approaches or hypotheses to be tested and the methodology to be used.
Developing conclusions and hypotheses.
Design experiments and protocols to answer key scientific questions.
Determine appropriate human subject experimental study designs.
Create custom software applications to support study aims using MATLAB, C++, Python, CUDA, ROS, JAVA, MS .net, Arduino, or other languages as needed.
Collect experimental data using the following types of equipment:
i)Motion analysis camera system
ii)Instrumented treadmill
iii)Electromyography system
iv)Force plate,
v)Pressure platform
vi)Load cell systems,
vii)Robotic gait simulator
viii)Mechanical testing system
ix)Shear force testing device
x)Digital multimeter
xi)Voltage and current sensing
xii)Cardiopulmonary testing device.
Design and fabricate custom robotic orthotics, prosthetic, assistive devices, rehabilitation devices, including electromechanical devices.
Design and manufacture assistive technologies for disabled individuals.
Design and prototype electrical systems and circuits such as embedded microcontroller systems.
Perform data analysis and interpretation with the following software packages, MATLAB, Labview, Vicon Nexus, Visual 3D, Arduino, MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Uses broad knowledge of principles, practices & procedures of field to assist with national grant ideation, writing, and submission.
Presenting research results in publishable form
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Master's Degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field AND
Four years of related work experience in biomechanics research.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Experience in Biomechanics research.
Experience with the scientific method.
Experience with human subjects gait lab data collection procedures.
Experience designing and fabricating custom robotic orthotics, prosthetic and assistive devices.
Experience with one or more of the following software applications: MATLAB, Aruino, OpenSim, Vicon Nexus, Python, C++, R.
Knowledgeable about how to operate the following types of equipment, i) motion analysis camera system, ii) instrumented treadmill, iii) electromyography system, iv) force plate, v) load cell systems, digital multimeter, xi) voltage and current sensing.
Expert with the following MS Office software packages, Power Point, MS word, MS excel.
Able to prepare and present scientific results.
Knowledgeable and experience with lower limb prosthesis or orthosis design.
Knowledgeable and experience with gait patterns and compensations.
knowledgeable and experience with biomechanics, especially lower limb biomechanics and gait analysis.
Experience with human subjects research.
Expertise in biplane fluoroscopy.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Able to perform statistical analysis and work in collaboration with a biostatistician.
Experience designing and prototype electrical systems and circuits such as embedded microcontroller systems.
Able to interpret scientific results and draw clinical conclusions from scientific data.
Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select "Apply to this position". Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your "My Jobs" page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are access ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at [redacted] or [redacted].
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.
The Department of Mechanical Engineering has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Scientist/Engineer 4 to join their team.
The field of research of research this position is engaged in: Biomechanics and mechanical engineering.
The purpose of the research project this position supports: Assist with research at the Veterans Administration's Center for Limb Loss and MoBility (CLiMB) that aims to preserve and enhance the mobility of subjects with lower limb musculoskeletal impairment or limb loss.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i)Motion analysis camera system
ii)Instrumented treadmill
iii)Electromyography system
iv)Force plate,
v)Pressure platform
vi)Load cell systems,
vii)Robotic gait simulator
viii)Mechanical testing system
ix)Shear force testing device
x)Digital multimeter
xi)Voltage and current sensing
xii)Cardiopulmonary testing device.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select "Apply to this position". Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your "My Jobs" page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are access ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at [redacted] or [redacted].
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.