Sports Medicine Research Scientist

Universities of Wisconsin•Madison, WI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation and the Badger Athletic Performance program is seeking an experienced researcher for a Sport Medicine Research Scientist role to support and advance clinical and research interests in the department related to musculotendon injuries in athletic populations. This role will be able to leverage and work collaboratively with existing research infrastructure, including long-standing athletic performance and injury datasets within the department and data from multi-site, longitudinal research studies assessing biomechanical and imaging-based risk factors for musculoskeletal injuries in high-level athletes. Experience working with these type of data and/or research designs is highly desired. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, highly organized, capable of collaboratively developing, leading, and advancing multiple projects, skilled in collaborating across units within the department, SMPH, and UW campus, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will also have experience leveraging AI technology to analyze data and improve efficiency of research processes. A demonstrated record of applying for external funding and publishing manuscripts is desired. On a day-to-day basis, the incumbent could expect to engage in the following activities: Work collaboratively with Badger Athletic Performance faculty and research staff to advance current research goals and develop new lines of research Analyze and disseminate findings from the research networks, via abstracts, manuscripts, and other opportunities Identify and apply for internal and external grant opportunities Engage with collaborators to maintain and grow existing research networks It is anticipated that this position will be full-time and in-person on UW-Madison campus, but the position may start in a part-time capacity, if needed to facilitate the onboarding process. This position is full or part-time, 50%-100% This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a designated campus work location. This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and then every two years. Applicants for this position will be considered for the following titles: Scientist I, Scientist II. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Kinesiology, Biomedical Engineering, Clinical Investigation, or related field or closely related discipline, is required

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a sports science or high-performance athlete setting
Experience analyzing data using R, Matlab, or similar software
Experience working with biomechanical equipment such as force plates, motion capture, etc
Experience working with ultrasound or MRI technologies as they apply to muscle or tendon characteristics
Experience leveraging AI tools to optimize efficiency in working with data and scientific writing
Demonstrated success in publishing scientific findings and grant-writing
Experience working with long-standing athletic performance and injury datasets
Experience with multi-site, longitudinal research studies assessing biomechanical and imaging-based risk factors for musculoskeletal injuries in high-level athletes
Experience leveraging AI technology to analyze data and improve efficiency of research processes
Demonstrated record of applying for external funding and publishing manuscripts

Responsibilities

Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information
Collects and analyzes highly complex research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures
Identifies research problems and develops highly complex research methodologies and procedures. Publishes and presents results to help advance research
Serves as an institutional subject matter expert and liaison with key internal and external stakeholders providing expert level information and representing the interests of a specialized research area
May supervise the day-to-day activities of a research unit and staff and resolve routine personnel issues
Identifies, writes, or assists in developing grant opportunities, grant applications, and proposals to secure research funding
Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials and, disseminates information to appropriate entities