Research Technical Specialist – Orthopaedics

Emory University

. Support advanced biomechanics and human performance research across clinical, athletic, and translational research environments .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeFlowery Branch • Georgia • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in advanced biomechanics and human performance research, with a strong focus on three-dimensional motion capture, force plate instrumentation, and neuromuscular assessment. Proficient in developing testing protocols and managing complex technical workflows within multidisciplinary research teams.

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Three-Dimensional Motion CaptureBiomechanical InstrumentationHuman Movement AnalysisSoftware Development with MATLABResearch Project Management

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Hard Skills

Motion Capture SystemsData Acquisition and AnalysisTesting Protocol DevelopmentInstrumentation TroubleshootingNeuromuscular Assessment

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

MATLABPythonVisual3DOpenSim

Industry Keywords

Clinical ResearchAthletic ResearchTranslational ResearchMarker-Based Motion CaptureMarkerless Motion Capture

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support advanced biomechanics and human performance research across clinical, athletic, and translational research environments
Provide technical expertise in three-dimensional motion capture, force plate instrumentation, neuromuscular assessment, and integrated biomechanical data acquisition and analysis
Develop and optimize testing protocols
Troubleshoot complex instrumentation
Maintain data quality
Support research applications involving marker-based and markerless motion capture technologies
Maintain high proficiency in Institute equipment and technology
Oversee technical training and serve as a resource for research staff
Function as a skilled individual contributor or lead researcher on research projects
Design, develop, and conduct large and/or complex research experiments
Review research progress and evaluate results
Share expertise in equipment operation and laboratory techniques
Refine and adapt methodologies for experiment requirements
Collaborate in developing new techniques
Co-author publications and may co-present findings with the Principal Investigator at meetings and conferences
Perform related responsibilities as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a scientific field
Seven years of professional research experience
Advanced experience with human movement analysis, biomechanical instrumentation, motion capture systems, and associated analysis software is preferred
Experience developing software pipelines with MATLAB, Python, Visual3D, OpenSim, or similar platforms is highly desirable
Ability to independently manage complex technical workflows is preferred
Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary research teams is preferred
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to interact with patients, research participants, and research and clinical staff

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employment and nondiscrimination protections
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
Possible remote work-from-home days at department discretion