Clinical Research Engineer, Motion Analyst Center, Full-time

The Brooks Motion Analysis Center (MAC) is a specialized clinical and research facility focused on the assessment of gait and movement disorders in adults and children.  We use state of the art technology in combination with advanced clinical assessment to improve the understanding of human movement control.  Our purpose is to advance clinical outcomes and improve functional recovery in individuals with neurologic and orthopedic disorders, as well as those recovering from surgery or sport-related injuries.  The MAC is located on the Brooks Rehabilitation campus in Jacksonville, FL.  The primary resources of the MAC include:


* 14-infrared Vicon camera motion capture system


* In-ground force plates


* Delsys Trigno wireless EMG/IMU system


* Ceiling-mounted body weight support track


* Body weight support system and treadmill


* Functional near infrared spectroscopy system


* Biodex isokinetic strength testing system


* AD Instruments Power Lab data acquisition system


* GAITRite portable pressure sensitive walkway

Responsibilities: 


* Contribute to the maintenance of lab equipment, ensuring optimal performance of all data collection systems, lead troubleshooting efforts, and coordinate with vendors and technical support as needed, communicating issues with MAC leadership.


* Conduct neuro-biomechanical data collections with an interdisciplinary team for clinical and research purposes


* Ensure integrity of complex data collection processes involving kinematic (Vicon), kinetic (force plate), and electromyography (EMG) systems.


* Independently conduct advanced data processing and analysis using tools such as Visual 3D, MATLAB, and custom codes as appropriate.


* Communicate effectively with the team throughout the spectrum of activities, including data acquisition, processing and analysis, and dissemination of results. 


* Contribute to biomechanical data interpretations as appropriate, applying knowledge of movement dysfunction, performing rigorous quality control and validation of data.


* Collaborate with MAC leadership and research collaborators to design and implement new data analysis techniques to advance research methods and/or lab procedures. 


* Collaborate with MAC leadership research collaborators to contribute to research protocol development and regulatory approvals (i.e., IRB) as appropriate. Take ownership of research deliverables (raw and processed data, analysis codes, results synthesis and interpretations) and timelines.


* Contribute to dissemination efforts including preparation of peer-reviewed manuscripts and conference presentations to communicate findings and support research advancement and evidence-based practice as appropriate.


* Provide training and mentorship to staff and students on relevant hardware/software systems, data analysis techniques, and research best practices, helping to foster a culture of continuous learning and i...