Biomotion Research Engineer

The multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, and biologists at the Steadman Philippon Research Institute (SPRI) works side-by-side with surgeons from the renowned Steadman Clinic to conduct research for improving the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of orthopaedic disorders and promote healthy aging, funded by grants from the NIH and the Department of Defense as well as industry and philanthropy. SPRI is looking for a motivated, talented engineer to perform research in our exceptionally well-equipped Biomotion laboratory, which includes equipment for dynamic stereoradiographic imaging, an 18-camera video-motion analysis system, a dual-belt instrumented treadmill, 4 force plates and a fully equipped indoor golf biomechanics facility. Wearable sensor systems for EMG, plantar pressure and whole-body kinematics enable research outside the lab, including a snow sports safety research program conducted on the ski slope (walking distance from the lab). Our biomotion studies also incorporate advanced imaging for tissue characterization using innovative ultrasound and MRI techniques. 

The Biomotion Research Engineer will be engaged in the full spectrum of research activities, including project planning and design, proposal writing, instrumentation, algorithm and code development, data collection, data processing/analysis and preparation of manuscripts, conference abstracts and posters/presentations. In addition to the Biomedical engineering team, he/she will work directly with clinic surgeons and biological scientists in the Center for Regenerative and Personalized Medicine. Current research includes the assessment and treatment of knee injury, osteoarthritis and disorders of the shoulder, hip, knee, ankle and spine, with a strong focus on regenerative medicine.

SPRI is located in the beautiful mountain town of Vail, Colorado - a great place to work and play!

B.S. or master’s degree in engineering (mechanical or biomedical), kinesiology or a closely related field.

Experience with biomechanics/motion analysis techniques.

Strong knowledge of 3D kinematics/dynamics.

Required computer skills: Programming in Matlab (Python or C a plus).

Desirable skills: 3D medical image processing (Mimics or similar software), 3D analysis (Geomagic or similar), basic statistics.

Experience with electronic design and/or mechanical fabrication a plus but not required.

Must be currently eligible to work in the USA.