Gain valuable experience working in a state-of-the-art biomechanics lab right in the heart of Denver! Join the growing orthopaedic biomechanics group at the University of Denver’s Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science. Our previous post-docs have gone on to successful careers in both industry and academia, and you can too!

Position Summary

The Center for Orthopaedic Biomechanics is hiring multiple post-docs and graduate assistants to join a dynamic group working on funded projects including in-vivo joint mechanics, sports performance, computational modeling, implant testing, and wearable sensors. This is an amazing opportunity to work closely with a faculty mentor who conducts cutting-edge research and has a strong record of funding and publication while developing your skills to become a successful independent investigator.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work independently and with teams of graduate students and faculty.
• Interest in mentoring graduate and undergraduate students.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.

Required Qualifications

• PhD degree in mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, biomechanics, or a closely related field.
• Previous experience conducting orthopaedic or human movement research using in vivo, in vitro, or in silico techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• Grant-writing experience.
• Finite element analysis using commercial FEA codes.
• Multi-body dynamics simulations.
• AI/machine learning experience.
• Dynamic radiography and image post-processing.

Working Environment

1. Standard office environment.
2. Unexpected interruptions occur often and stress level is moderate to high.
3. Noise level is quiet to moderate.

Physical Activities

1. Ability to sit in front of a computer for an extended period of time.
2. Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Application Deadline

For consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) January 16, 2024.

Special Instructions

Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Salary Grade Number

The salary grade for the position is GE8.

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $60,000-$65,000.

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.

Benefits

The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.

Please include the following documents with your application:
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

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