To apply for this job please upload (combined into ONE PDF) a CV/resume, cover letter, and the names/contact information for 3 professional references. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline the skills and experience that directly relate to this position. All inquiries about the position can be sent to Dr. Deanna Gates (gatesd@umich.edu).

The laboratory of Dr. Deanna Gates in the School of Kinesiology at the University of Michigan seeks to hire a full-time Research Biomechanist to work on federally funded projects. This lab uses quantitative and qualitative methods to assess prosthetic interventions. The successful candidate will be reliable, conscientious, organized, and able to work independently with minimal supervision. This person will also possess excellent interpersonal and leadership skills and demonstrate cultural competence and a commitment to working with individuals with impairments.

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Maternity and parental leave
• University commitment to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities

Essential Functions are noted with an "EF"

Administrative tasks (10%):

• Coordinating purchases with research administrator and other administrative staff as needed
• Communicating with the IRB and FDA regarding on-going grants (EF)

Data collection tasks (40%):

• Conduct biomechanics research under the direction of the PI (EF)
• Preparing study materials, including recruitment materials and online surveys, for data collection
• Development of software and/or hardware for data collection
• Acting project manager of multidisciplinary projects of neurally-controlled prostheses (EF)

Research analysis and dissemination task (50%):

• Conducting data analysis and preparing findings for presentation or publication
• Statistical analysis of data using standard statistical software packages
• Other duties as assigned

• Master's degree in Biomechanics or related field
• 2+ years of experience conducting biomechanics research with human subjects using standard biomechanics software such as Visual3D or OpenSim
• 2+ years of experience coding, processing, and managing data using Matlab, Python, SPSS, or R
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Proven success with contributing to a positive workplace culture, and ability to consistently demonstrate our school's core values.

• 2+ years of experience in a research lab setting
• Prior scientific publications and/or presentations

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

This is a term-limited appointment, funded for 2 years; the initial appointment may be extended depending on the availability of research funds and successful performance. The salary range for this position is $45,000 - $55,000, commensurate with education and experience, and eligibility to participate in the school's 2026 merit program. An offer may be extended outside the general salary range shared in this posting based on equity, experience, knowledge, and skills for this role. You are encouraged to discuss salary questions to honor understanding and transparency throughout the recruiting process.

This is a full-time position with work taking place on-site at the School of Kinesiology, 830 N. University, Ann Arbor, MI.

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