Post-Doctoral Research Fellow-Ortho

Nevada System of Higher Education • Skokie, IL

3d • $63,480 - $77,076 • Onsite

About The Position

The Post-Doctoral Research Fellow position will be responsible for biomechanical lab research projects and will work closely with the lab director and interface with other researchers, post-docs, residents and physicians.

Requirements

• Doctorate Degree in Science and Engineering preferred; MD or PHD required
• 2 Years’ Experience in a professional research laboratory, preferred in the field of clinical biomechanics, Gait analysis, Musculoskeletal modeling and experimental Design.
• Extensive knowledge of current medical and biomechanical literature and research findings in related research areas.
• Excellent familiarity with computational methods and simulation and knowledge of mathematical methods/algorithms used in musculoskeletal systems.
• Able to develop tools for the analysis and visualization of biomechanical data.
• Able to solve technical and inter-laboratory problems related to research.
• Ability to prepare and author scientific manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of 3D printing and CAD is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of Endeavor Health impolicies and procedures that apply to the job's area of responsibility.
• Ongoing growth and development from participation in events such as workshops, in-service programs, and professional meetings.
• Manages, organizes, and plans the laboratory's experimental work in collaboration with the lab director and project principal investigator.
• Designs, sets up, and conducts various complex experiments related to motion analysis, EMGs, and experimental validation.
• Regularly reviews scientific literature. Evaluate and recommend applicable techniques and procedures.
• Analyzes and prepares research outcome results and PPTs and peer review papers and abstracts.
• Consult with professional research personnel regarding research design, experimental techniques, instrumentation, and scientific inference from research results.
• Performs statistical analysis for all the experiments when needed.
• Performs evidence-based analysis.
• Performs related duties as required or assigned.
• Participates in grant writing.
• Participates in writing and submission of peer-reviewed manuscripts.

Benefits

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions)
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree