Research Specialist – Orthopaedics

Emory University

. Support biomechanics and human performance testing involving athletes, patients, and research participants .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeFlowery Branch • Georgia • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in biomechanics and human performance testing, with proficiency in operating motion capture and force measurement systems. Strong organizational skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with researchers and clinical staff are essential.

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Biomechanics TestingMotion Capture SystemsForce Measurement SystemsClinical Research OrientationAHA BLS Certification

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Hard Skills

Data CollectionLaboratory MaintenanceHuman Movement AnalysisLaboratory TestingExperiment Setup

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

AHA BLS CertificationCITI TrainingHIPAA Training

Industry Keywords

Rehabilitation ScienceSports ScienceHuman Performance ResearchClinical ResearchLaboratory Protocols

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support biomechanics and human performance testing involving athletes, patients, and research participants
Prepare laboratories for testing and experiments
Conduct research participant and patient testing
Operate motion capture and force measurement systems
Collect and process data
Maintain laboratory equipment
Collaborate with researchers, clinicians, and technical staff
Perform defined research and laboratory tests and experiments according to prescribed protocols and schedules
Set up experiments as prescribed by a principal investigator
Perform laboratory maintenance, including sterilization and cleaning of equipment, ordering supplies, inventory, and media preparation
Maintain records, files, and work logs in laboratory notebooks and computer databases
Compile study data and results for publications, grants, and seminar presentations
Perform related responsibilities as required by the principal investigator

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a scientific field OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training
Employment contingent upon completion of required training, credentialing, and background verification
Clinical research orientation and training (e.g., CITI, HIPAA)
System training
AHA BLS certification as applicable to job duties
Health assessment, drug screening, immunization requirements including annual flu vaccine, competency validation, and other EHC requirements for employees whose responsibilities require access to EHC facilities
Experience or coursework involving human movement analysis, motion capture, force plates, or laboratory-based biomechanical testing preferred
Strong organizational and technical skills
Interest in rehabilitation science, sports science, and human performance research
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to interact with patients, research participants, and research and clinical staff
Ability to work with, take precautions against, and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents

Benefits

Comp & perks

Required training, credentialing, and background verification
Clinical research orientation and training (e.g., CITI, HIPAA)
System training
AHA BLS certification as applicable to job duties
Health assessment, drug screening, immunization requirements including annual flu vaccine, competency validation, and other EHC requirements for applicable employees
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request