Research Engineering Assistant – Orthopedic Research – Biomotion Lab

Research Engineering Assistant – Orthopedic Research – Biomotion Lab

McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston

240002DL Requisition #

What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.

Do you find human movement fascinating and believe it significantly impacts well-being? If so, we welcome you to join our team as a Research Engineering Assistant at the Biomotion Laboratories, located within the renowned University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston. At Biomotion Laboratories, our collaborative team of scientists, engineers, and clinicians use state-of-the-art technologies to advance orthopedic treatments for musculoskeletal health issues. We are looking for passionate individuals to join our team. Previous experience in biomechanics research and human movement analysis is preferred!

Your Role and Responsibilities:

• Work with our team of experts to prepare study participants for data collection, ensuring a comfortable and engaging experience.
• Engage in collecting biomotion data utilizing cutting-edge motion capture systems, wearable sensors, and advanced imaging techniques.
• Contribute to biomechanical and imaging data processing, employing specialized software and tools.
• Collaborate closely with researchers and faculty, supporting ongoing projects and aiding in data processing to extract meaningful insights.
• Participate actively in experiment design and execution, contributing your insights and ideas.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and foster a safe, conducive working environment.
• Organize and maintain detailed records of experimental protocols, data files, and participant information.
• Prepare comprehensive reports, documentation, and engaging presentations for research meetings and publications.

Location: 1881 East Road, Houston, 77054

Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:

• 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
• Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
• The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
• Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
• Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!

We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as:

• Free financial and legal counseling
• Free mental health counseling services
• Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
• Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
• Resources for child and elder care
• Plus many more!

Position Summary:

Perform assignments, requiring at least a basic working knowledge of engineering or scientific methods, in such areas as research, design or experimental testing. Responsible for assignments that require the technical knowledge to modify or adapt routine procedures under the direction of a supervisor, to meet special research requirements.

Position Key Accountabilities:

• Sets up and operates testing or research equipment as directed by supervisor.
• Makes or records observations and measurements.
• According to experience, may design, assemble and operate equipment used in research.
• Performs detailed analyses, tests and operations.
• May prepare portions of technical reports, aspects of computer programs, and specific sections of project plans.
• Assists research Engineer, Sr. Research Engineer, Engineering Scientist, or faculty members with specific phases of research projects.
• Performs related duties as required.

Certification/Skills:

Bachelor's degree in a scientific, engineering or technical field.

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
This position may include work involving potentially hazardous chemical, biological or radioactive agents.

Security Sensitive:

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

Residency Requirement:

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.