Laboratory Technician

International Shoulder Group; North Carolina; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous benefits package

Job summary

International Shoulder Group is seeking a Laboratory Technician for the Motion Analysis Research Laboratory (MARL) at Binghamton University. This role involves preparing research materials, maintaining lab equipment, and ensuring high-quality data collection.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related scientific field, experience with motion capture systems like Vicon, and excellent communication skills. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related scientific field with relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of motion capture systems and software, preferably Vicon.
• Able to troubleshoot data collection issues with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory equipment and materials for research.
• Maintain, calibrate, and update lab equipment as needed.
• Conduct high-quality data collections and processing.

Skills

Knowledge of motion capture systems

Attention to detail

Programming in MATLAB

Programming in Python

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related scientific discipline

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Laboratory Technician – Motion Analysis Research Lab (MARL)

Laboratory Technician for the Motion Analysis Research Laboratory (MARL) at the Decker College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Binghamton University, Johnson City, New York.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory hardware and materials for research subjects.
• Maintain, calibrate, and update laboratory equipment, conduct system checks, and arrange for servicing or repair as needed.
• Manage stock levels of consumables and keep inventory of remote monitoring devices.
• Deliver high-quality data collections and processing.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related scientific discipline and prior work experience related to biomechanical data capture.
• Knowledge of motion capture systems and associated software (Vicon preferred).
• Ability to learn new software quickly, troubleshoot data collection/computer‑related issues, and provide high attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Competent in programming languages such as MATLAB and Python.
• Excellent communication and time‑management skills.

Qualifications

Research experience and practical knowledge of motion analysis principles are required, whether through prior internship, research studies, or work experience. The candidate must be flexible, highly organized, and possess strong interpersonal skills. Additionally, they must demonstrate knowledge of universal precautions and safety guidelines and be able to handle confidential information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred.

Benefits

Competitive salary and a generous benefits package are offered.

Equal Opportunity

The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.

Title IX Compliance

Binghamton University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, and it is committed to ensuring compliance with Title IX regulations.