Biomechanics Research Engineer – Data & Hardware Lab

Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Utah's Neural Plasticity Rehabilitation and Movement Dynamics Laboratory seeks a Research Assistant to support data collection and analysis. Training will be provided; weekend or university holiday work may be required.

Position involves pursuing a master's in mechanical engineering, utilizing MATLAB, developing LabVIEW-based hardware control, and analyzing data with Python. Strong communication and independent judgment are essential, with safety and confidentiality emphasized.

Qualifications

• Requires master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Proficiency in MATLAB; Python and C++ beneficial.
• Strong data analysis and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in collecting biomechanics and neurophysiological data; training provided.
• Develop codes to control hardware using LabVIEW and analyze data with MATLAB/Python.
• Attend weekly lab meetings and report progress to the group.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

C++

LabVIEW

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Job description

The University of Utah's Neural Plasticity Rehabilitation and Movement Dynamics Laboratory seeks a Research Assistant to support data collection and analysis. Training will be provided; weekend or university holiday work may be required.

Position involves pursuing a master's in mechanical engineering, utilizing MATLAB, developing LabVIEW-based hardware control, and analyzing data with Python. Strong communication and independent judgment are essential, with safety and confidentiality emphasized.