Forensic Biomechanics Expert

Metric Geo; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric Geo is seeking a senior Biomechanics Expert to lead complex injury causation and human response analyses within a defined geographic region. This role blends technical leadership with expert testimony and multidisciplinary collaboration.

You will evaluate forces, human movement, and claimed injuries across accident reconstruction, occupant kinematics, and biomechanical assessment to support litigation.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering related to Biomechanics.
• MS or PhD in Biomechanics or related field.
• Proven injury causation analysis experience.
• Experience giving deposition/testimony.
• Strong analytical, writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead biomechanics and injury causation investigations.
• Perform analyses of occupant kinematics, forces and injury mechanisms.
• Evaluate consistency between claimed injuries and forces.
• Integrate crash or event data into biomechanical assessments.
• Review medical records, imaging, and literature.
• Prepare biomechanical reports for litigation.
• Provide deposition and trial testimony as an expert witness.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary forensic teams.
• Mentor developing biomechanics staff and drive technical excellence.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Technical writing

Communication

Mentoring/leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering related to Biomechanics

MS or PhD in Biomechanics or related discipline

Job description

I’m currently supporting a specialist forensic consulting firm in the search for an experienced Biomechanics Expert to lead complex injury causation and human response analyses within a defined geographic region.

This opportunity is suited to an experienced biomechanics professional seeking a senior, technically focused role combining injury causation analysis, expert testimony, multidisciplinary collaboration, and mentoring.

The successful individual will serve as a lead forensic expert, evaluating the relationship between forces, human movement, and claimed injuries across complex matters involving accident reconstruction, occupant kinematics, and biomechanical analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead biomechanics and injury causation investigations across a range of complex matters
• Perform analyses involving occupant kinematics, forces, accelerations, and injury mechanisms
• Evaluate consistency between claimed injuries and applied forces
• Integrate crash or event data from accident reconstruction experts into biomechanical assessments
• Review medical records, imaging, and relevant scientific literature
• Prepare technically robust biomechanical reports suitable for litigation
• Provide deposition and trial testimony as an expert witness
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary forensic teams, including accident reconstruction specialists
• Mentor developing biomechanics staff and contribute to technical excellence across the region

Required Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering related to Biomechanics
• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Biomechanics or a related discipline
• Demonstrated experience in injury causation analysis
• Prior deposition and/or trial testimony experience
• Strong analytical, technical writing, and communication skills

Preferred Experience

• Publications or research within biomechanics or related fields
• Experience working with medical and legal professionals
• Prior mentoring or leadership experience
• Background in forensic consulting, litigation support, or related technical environments
• Experience interfacing with attorneys, insurers, or expert witness environments

This is an opportunity to join a highly respected forensic consulting environment where senior experts are trusted to lead technically challenging matters, contribute to multidisciplinary investigations, and mentor developing professionals while maintaining a sustainable balance between technical work and professional life.