What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Kinesiologist/Engineer: Injury Biomechanics-- Musculoskeletal Injury Prevention and Protection position at Zintellect?
The U.S. Army Aeromedical Research Laboratory (USAARL) located at Novosel, Alabama is looking for a post-masters or postdoctoral level graduate to participate in a research project within the Injury Biomechanics and Protection Group (IBPG) at USAARL. The IBPG Mission is to enhance Warfighter lethality, protection, and survivability for the battlefields of the future through next-generation biomechanical research.
What will I be doing?
As the selected candidate, you will gain experience in injury and performance biomechanics by engaging in specialized research described in grants, proposals, and other legal agreements in accomplishment of USAARL’s Injury Biomechanics and Protection Group mission. Specific projects include those that investigate (a) spinal musculoskeletal response, (b) operational performance decrement, and (c) risk of injury due to Soldier personal protective equipment and/or military environment exposures. As part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team, the participant will be involved in all aspects of RDT&E, but particularly Human Subject Research, Research Not Involving Human Subjects (RNIHS), and cadaveric research. Data collections will occur in both lab- and field-based settings.
Why should I apply?
Under the guidance of a mentor, you will gain hands-on experience to complement your education and support your academic and professional goals. Along the way, you will engage in activities and research in several areas. These include, but are not limited to,
- Protocol development
- Testing equipment and apparatus design
- Testing setup/preparation
- Participant recruitment
- Data collection and data analysis.
Additionally, you will have the opportunity to hone your skills in report preparation, presentations, and other documentation on research progress and findings. This information will be distributed, presented, and/or discussed within the laboratory and/or at scientific forums outside the laboratory.
Where will I be located?
On-site at Fort Novosel, AL
What is the anticipated start date?
The USAARL is ready to make appointments immediately. Exact start dates will be determined at the time of selection and in coordination with the selected candidate. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and internships or fellowships will be filled as qualified candidates are identified.
What is the appointment length?
The anticipated length of the appointment is for one year. The appointment may be extended for additional years depending on funding availability, project assignment, program rules, and availability of the participant.
What are the benefits?
You will receive a stipend to be determined by USAARL. Stipends are typically based on a participant’s academic standing, discipline, experience, and research facility location. Other benefits may include the following:
- Health Insurance Supplement (Participants are eligible to purchase health insurance through ORISE)
- Relocation Allowance
- Training and Travel Allowance
Security Clearance
While participants will not enter into an employment relationship with DoD or any other agency, this opportunity will require the selected candidate undergo a background investigation and must obtain a favorable clearance in order to participate. An interim clearance is required prior to the candidate starting his/her appointment.
About USAARL
The U.S. Army Aeromedical Research Laboratory (USAARL) located at Novosel, Alabama, is a nationally recognized laboratory for research into safety, survival, impact tolerance, sustainability and performance effectiveness of aviators and Soldiers. The USAARL’s research focuses on blunt, blast and accelerative injury and protection; crew survival in military helicopters and combat vehicles; the en route care environment; human operator health and performance in complex systems and sensory performance, injury and protection. Current USAARL work for the Army’s modernization priorities includes research in the areas of future vertical lift, the next generation combat vehicle and directed-energy weapons. The Laboratory’s highly skilled workforce consists of rated aviators, medical professionals, doctoral- and masters-level researchers, and research technicians. Visit https://usaarl.health.mil/ to learn more about USAARL.
About ORISE
This program, administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and DoD. Participants do not enter into an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DoD or any other office or agency. Instead, you will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE appointment letter and Terms of Appointment. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE. For more information, visit the ORISE Research Participation Program at the U.S. Department of Defense.
