REQUIRED:

• Ph.D. in Bioengineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Kinesiology or related field, including research experience in experimental analysis of human movement and a strong record of scientific publications.
• Experience with motion capture, wearable sensors, metabolic measurements, strength assessment, data acquisition, EMG recordings, programming in Matlab and/or Python
• Excellent communication skills and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to collaborate with physicians, scientists, coaches, students, fellows, and rehabilitation professionals
• Ability to lead and manage research projects with a high degree of independence.

DESIRED:

• Research experience in data science and machine learning; wearable sensing; and/or biomechanical modeling.
• Familiarity with policies, ethics, and best practices related to data sharing.
• Familiarity with software development best practices.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• Frequently stand/walk, sit, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, and use a telephone, writing by hand.
• Occasionally reach/work above shoulders, grasp forcefully, and sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Occasional work on evenings and weekends.
• A remote worker arrangement may be considered for candidates with the appropriate background and experience. Remote workers’ schedules are based in the Pacific Time zone.

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

To apply, please submit your CV and a Cover Letter.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.