Assistant Professor of Research Orthopaedic Surgery CHLA

The Keck School of Medicine (KSOM) of the University of Southern California (USC) and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) are actively seeking a full‑time faculty member for the position of Assistant Professor of Research Orthopedic Surgery to join the Division of Orthopedic Surgery at CHLA and the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at KSOM of USC. The successful candidate will join 15 other full‑time faculty members in the Jackie and Gene Autry Orthopedic Center at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Primary responsibilities include: Conduct, publish, and obtain funding for original research in clinical motion analysis and biomechanics Oversee all research in the CHLA Motion and Sports Analysis Laboratory Promote and expand the reputation of the Motion Lab’s research program within the motion analysis and biomechanics communities Supervise and mentor students, research staff, and research volunteers Contribute to process and technical advancements in the Motion Lab A competitive salary and benefits package will be offered. The annual base salary range for this position is $130,000-$140,000. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market as external market and organizational considerations. Applicant requirements include a PhD in Kinesiology, Biomedical Engineering, or related field; at least 5 years’ experience in human motion analysis; and experience with Vicon and Qualisys motion analysis systems preferred. CHLA is the largest and most comprehensive pediatric hospital in the Los Angeles area. The Jackie and Gene Autry Orthopedic Center also features the renowned John C. Wilson, Jr. Motion Analysis Laboratory, a source of outstanding clinical care and research. The orthopedic center is consistently ranked in the Top 5 nationally by U.S. News and World Report. USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or by email at View email address on click.appcast.io. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law. Robert Kay, MD Medical Director, Jackie and Gene Autry Orthopedic Center Division Chief, Orthopaedic Surgery Director, Neuromuscular Program View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Southern California