Postdoctoral Research Associate

Texas A&M • College Station, TX

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About The Position

The Postdoctoral Research Associate conducts research in their field of expertise and supports the Occupational Ergonomics and Biomechanics (OEB) Laboratory at Texas A&M University. The position focuses on characterizing work-related physical exposures and investigating their relationships with adverse health outcomes to promote health and well-being in workplaces. Under general supervision, the associate manages externally funded research projects, oversees OEB lab research staff, and works with the lab director and study team members.

The role includes establishing motion-capture data collection and analysis protocols, developing research proposals and protocols, leading data collection and analysis, mentoring students, disseminating findings, and providing administrative oversight of lab operations. The associate also coordinates studies evaluating the effects of exoskeletons on biomechanical loading and postural balance.

Requirements

• PhD in Environmental and Occupational Health or Biomechanics.

Nice To Haves

• Four or more years of laboratory experience.
• Strong programming skills.
• Machine learning and deep learning modeling experience.
• Expertise in 3-D motion-capture systems and biomechanical modeling, including OpenSim, Visual 3D, and Anybody.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of professionalism.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Knowledge of computer vision and IMU-based motion capture.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support ongoing funded research projects.
• Establish 3-D motion-capture data collection and analysis protocols using Optitrack/Xense systems and biomechanical analysis software.
• Train OEB lab research staff and students in motion-capture data collection and analysis.
• Develop externally funded research projects.
• Disseminate study results through conference proceedings, presentations, and peer-reviewed journal papers.
• Coordinate research projects evaluating the effects of exoskeletons on biomechanical loading and postural balance, working with the PI and OEB lab research staff.
• Develop research protocols involving motion-capture systems, IMUs, force plates, load cells, and other bioinstrumentation.
• Lead and support project data collection and analysis.
• Lead weekly meetings with the PI and research staff.
• Mentor students on their OEB lab research projects.
• Initiate and develop research proposals based on the associate’s research interests.
• Develop manuscripts and disseminate study results.
• Provide administrative oversight of lab operations, including project budgets, IRB matters, and procurement.
• Lead meetings with research collaborators.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance, with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums.
• 12–15 days of annual paid holidays.
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
• Free exercise programs and release time.
• Free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more.
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while employed at Texas A&M.
• Access to the Living Well program.

What This Job Offers

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