Biomechanics Associate (Ph.D.)

About ExponentExponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges. We are committed to engaging multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability. Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you’ll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!  Key statistics:950+ Consultants640+ Ph.D.s90+ Disciplines30+ Offices globallyOur OpportunityWe are currently seeking an Associate for our Biomechanics Practice in Philadelphia, PA. In this role, you will work as part of a team to help our clients solve challenging technical problems which are often urgent, high profile, and multi-disciplinary. You will be involved in a variety of projects with applications such as Smart Wearable Devices, Clinical Research for New Devices and Drugs, Data Science, and Exercise Physiology. You will have the opportunity to define and shape your individual consulting practice based on your skills and interests.You will be responsible forDesigning, executing, and managing experiments involving human subjects to quantify and interpret explicit health metrics, wellness characteristics, and performance improvements within a variety of environments (clinical, natural, etc.)Deriving, analyzing, and interpreting a variety of complex technology-driven data streams related to human health, wellness, performance, and human-product interactions in a variety of naturalistic use settingsUsing innovative data science approaches to understand or inform health, wellness, and performance outcomes for a broad range of biomechanical and physiological data streamsResearching and reviewing relevant scientific journals, publications, and testing, and then analyzing and synthesizing technical issues involving performance improvements, mechanisms of injury, clinical trial outcomes, and other human movement characteristicsWriting proposals to initiate and/or support new opportunities in the human technology sector (e.g. clinical, military, consumer products, sports)Clearly communicating findings via written reports and presentationsDemonstrating the ability to synthesize technical information into an easily understood format suitable for presenting to technical and non-technical audiencesYou will be working in a small team environment within the larger company, and as such, you will be expected to actively create and pursue opportunities to develop a positive workflowWhile balancing the demands of project work, you will be expected to participate in original research, publish papers in technical journals, and present findings at conferencesYou will have the following skills and qualificationsPh.D. in Biomechanics, Data Science, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Kinesiology, or a related fieldKnowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas: human physiological health metrics, human gait/movement, IMUs or other wearable/remote technologies, data science and AI/ML applications within the context of human subjects data, human anatomy and physiology, orthopedic biomechanicsDemonstrated experience in study design and associated statistical analysesDemonstrated experience in data science modelling of human health dataExperience in quantifying human health metrics and/or performance metrics in various settingsSignificant experience in computational programming (i.e., Python, MATLAB, R), with an emphasis on signal processingProject work may require travel between test sites to assist in data collections in unique environmentsPrior experience and expertise in working with large-scale datasets is desirableEffective leadership skills and the ability to interact with a wide variety of professionals, including engineers, scientists, managers, attorneys, and administrative staffApplicants are encouraged to submit a CV with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) (not restricted to 1 page).Life @ ExponentTo learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.Work EnvironmentAt Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for​ building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment. Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities. We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outside of work and understand that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well-being. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too. It is this flexible, agile work style and working hours that allow our teams to drive innovation and results in their own ways, while meeting the needs of clients. #LI-OnsiteCompensationOur consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth. Exponent's total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent. At the Associate and Senior Associate level, total compensation includes base salary, bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts, annual bonus and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.The base salary range for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process.Benefits you will enjoyAccess benefits information on our page:Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at LocationsUS-PA-PhiladelphiaJob SummaryLocation: US-PA-PhiladelphiaPractice: BiomechanicsPosition Type: Full-timeWorkplace Type: On-Site