System MAC Movement Scientist
About The Position
The Motion Analysis Center Manager/Scientist (MACMS) is a research and clinical innovation leader responsible for advancing motion analysis services, improving patient outcomes, and supporting evidence-based care across Shriners Children's. Reporting to the Corporate Director of Motion Analysis Center, the role collaborates with system-wide research, engineering, and therapy teams to develop research initiatives, quality improvement programs, business plans, and new clinical services. The position supports the organization's patient-centered FOCUSED Program by integrating research, technology, and clinical practice to enhance care delivery.
Requirements
- PhD, MS or DPT Physical Therapy, Engineer, Bioengineering or related field
Nice To Haves
- 5+ years Motion Analysis Lab Experience
- 4+ years Research Experience
Responsibilities
- Lead and conduct interdisciplinary research and quality improvement projects related to motion analysis and clinical care.
- Develop new clinical service lines, technologies, business plans, and research initiatives in collaboration with system engineers and physical therapists.
- Prepare and submit grant proposals, including multi-site research projects.
- Manage project budgets and provide grant progress reporting.
- Design, execute, and interpret biomechanical and motion analysis research studies.
- Develop software tools and databases for motion data collection, processing, storage, and analysis.
- Perform and lead statistical analysis and interpretation of research and quality assurance data.
- Ensure compliance with institutional and organizational research policies, including obtaining IRB and organizational approvals for human subject research.
- Coordinate research efforts with Clinical Research Coordinators and other stakeholders.
- Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals.
- Present research at scientific conferences and professional meetings.
- Deliver educational lectures and training to clinicians, fellows, scientists, and motion analysis staff.
- Participate in research-related committees and organizational initiatives.
- Review grant applications and scientific manuscripts.
- Promote advancements in motion analysis through professional collaboration and scholarship.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
