Research Associate
Fort Payne, AL
Job Id:
127842
Job Category:
Job Location:
Fort Payne, AL
Security Clearance:
None
Business Unit:
Piper Companies
Division:
Piper Clinical Solutions
Position Owner:
Jordan Askew
Piper Companies is looking for a Research Associate III to join an organization supporting medical research located in Fort Payne, AL. The Research Associate III will provide scientific and administrative support for the planning and execution of specialized research in biomechanics, human performance, and kinesiology.
Responsibilities of the Research Associate III include:
- Assist with scientific and administrative tasks to support the Injury Biomechanics and Protection Group’s objectives, particularly research into human performance, fatigue, endurance, and injury biomarkers
- Support and lead laboratory and off-site field studies, including study preparation, data collection, and study execution
- Participate in technical planning sessions and program reviews, assisting in the absence of the Project Principal Investigator (PI)
- Contribute to project planning, documentation, and equipment readiness, ensuring adherence to research protocols and test plans
Qualifications for the Research Associate III include:
- 6+ years of experience in biomedical engineering or clinical research
- Knowledge of biomechanics, mathematics, and scientific programming, with proficiency in MATLAB
- Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related field (e.g., electrical, biomedical, mechanical, biomechanics, or physics
Compensation for the Research Associate III includes:
- Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000 **depending on experience**
- Comprehensive Benefit Package: Medical/Dental/Vision, 401k
Keywords: Research associate, RA, medical research, biomechanics, human performance, kinesiology, injury biomechanics, protection group, fatigue, endurance, injury biomarkers, field studies, scientific programming, MATLAB, engineering, structural engineer, biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, biomechanical engineering, physics, musculoskeletal system, nerves, kinematics, and sensor systems, Human Subject Research, cadaveric research
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