Clinical Research Engineer, Motion Analysis Center, Full-time

The Brooks Motion Analysis Center (MAC) is a specialized clinical and research facility focused on the assessment of gait and movement disorders in adults and children. We use state of the art technology in combination with advanced clinical assessment to improve the understanding of human movement control. Our purpose is to advance clinical outcomes and improve functional recovery in individuals with neurologic and orthopedic disorders, as well as those recovering from surgery or sport-related injuries. The MAC is located on the Brooks Rehabilitation campus in Jacksonville, FL. The primary resources of the MAC include:

• 14-infrared Vicon camera motion capture system
• In-ground force plates
• Delsys Trigno wireless EMG/IMU system
• Ceiling-mounted body weight support track
• Body weight support system and treadmill
• Functional near infrared spectroscopy system
• Biodex isokinetic strength testing system
• AD Instruments Power Lab data acquisition system
• GAITRite portable pressure sensitive walkway

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the maintenance of lab equipment, ensuring optimal performance of all data collection systems, lead troubleshooting efforts, and coordinate with vendors and technical support as needed, communicating issues with MAC leadership.
• Conduct neuro-biomechanical data collections with an interdisciplinary team for clinical and research purposes
• Ensure integrity of complex data collection processes involving kinematic (Vicon), kinetic (force plate), and electromyography (EMG) systems.
• Independently conduct advanced data processing and analysis using tools such as Visual 3D, MATLAB, and custom codes as appropriate.
• Communicate effectively with the team throughout the spectrum of activities, including data acquisition, processing and analysis, and dissemination of results.
• Contribute to biomechanical data interpretations as appropriate, applying knowledge of movement dysfunction, performing rigorous quality control and validation of data.
• Collaborate with MAC leadership and research collaborators to design and implement new data analysis techniques to advance research methods and/or lab procedures.
• Collaborate with MAC leadership research collaborators to contribute to research protocol development and regulatory approvals (i.e., IRB) as appropriate. Take ownership of research deliverables (raw and processed data, analysis codes, results synthesis and interpretations) and timelines.
• Contribute to dissemination efforts including preparation of peer-reviewed manuscripts and conference presentations to communicate findings and support research advancement and evidence-based practice as appropriate.
• Provide training and mentorship to staff and students on relevant hardware/software systems, data analysis techniques, and research best practices, helping to foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
• Apply advanced neuro-biomechanical principles to assess movement and function of diverse clinical populations served by the Brooks MAC, including spinal cord injury, stroke, brain injury, pediatric populations such as cerebral palsy, and sports injuries such as ACL repair.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient information.
• Adheres to policies and procedures specific to patient rights.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment; identifies and reports hazards.
• Meets all requirements for mandatory in-services.
• Adheres to policies/procedures specific to universal precautions when delivering patient care.
• Exhibits excellent service to patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers.
• Shows courtesy, compassion and respect for all customers.
• Promotes the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
• Complies with professional, regulatory, ethical, and legal standards.
• Demonstrates effective communication with clinical populations and their caregivers or family members, as well as the ability to interact physically to conduct assessments of various functions such as standing, walking, jumping and running.

Qualifications:

• Master's or PhD degree in engineering with at least 1 year experience in analyzing gait biomechanical data or evidence of similar qualifications (i.e. additional training, published scientific or clinical products). Degrees in engineering include biomechanical, mechanical, biomedical or similar.
• Experience with human biomechanical assessments using motion analysis, force plates, and electromyography.
• Knowledge of human biomechanics, neuromuscular physiology, and clinical populations.
• Computer skills in programs including Visual 3-D, MATLAB, and Microsoft Excel.
• Must possess strong communication and organization skills and the ability to work in a dynamic, multidisciplinary team environment.

Hours: 40 Hours per week

Location: 3901 University Blvd South, Jacksonville, FL 32216

Compensation: Experience and education may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Thriving in a culture that you can be proud of, you will also receive many employee benefits such as the following:

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits package
• Vacation/Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan
• Employee Discounts
• Clinical Education and Professional Development Programs