Biomechanics Engineer

4 days ago


Lowell, Massachusetts, United States UMass Lowell Full time
Job Summary

The UMass Lowell NERVE Center is seeking a highly skilled Biomechanics Engineer to support multiple exoskeleton studies and performance evaluations. The successful candidate will be responsible for collecting and processing biomechanics data, managing databases, obtaining regulatory approvals, maintaining equipment and inventory, and providing training and supervision to faculty, staff, students, and collaborators.

Key Responsibilities
  • Collect and analyze biomechanics data using human motion capture instrumentation, including optical systems and instrumented treadmill/force platforms.
  • Manage databases and ensure accurate and efficient data storage and retrieval.
  • Obtain regulatory approvals, including IRB, to ensure compliance with research protocols.
  • Maintain equipment and inventory, including troubleshooting and repairing devices as needed.
  • Provide training and supervision to faculty, staff, students, and collaborators on the use of research equipment.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Biomechanics, Exercise Science/Kinesiology, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
  • At least three years of experience with and proficiency in human motion capture instrumentation, surface EMG instrumentation, human subjects research, and MS Office.
  • Excellent organizational skills, ability to work in a team, take initiative, and learn new skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with inertial motion capture (IMUs), Matlab/Python programming, Visual3d programming, and indirect Calorimetry.
Company Information

The University of Massachusetts is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action, Title IX employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age over 40, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, or other protected class.



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