Role Type: Full time 12-month contract Salary: $84,376 - $106,667 p.a plus superannuation The opportunity: Are you passionate about advancing healthcare through data-driven research?
We invite you to be a part of the Motion Connect Team in an exciting opportunity to contribute to a nationally funded MRFF research data infrastructure project.
Our mission is to enhance orthopaedic surgery outcomes for children with cerebral palsy and gait pathology across Australia and New Zealand.
In this role, you will support the Hugh Williamson Gait Analysis Laboratory at The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne by developing and refining workflows for our national databank.
You'll engage with diverse data types—from clinical measures to motion capture gait analysis—and play a key role in ensuring data quality and accuracy.
Your responsibilities include:Process clinical gait analysis data using an OpenSim workflow.Implement robust quality control measures to detect missing data and outliers, with comprehensive documentation.Review retrospective gait analysis data to resolve inconsistencies.Develop Python scripts to automate workflows and enhance efficiency.Prepare research data and documentation for publication.Uphold the highest ethical research standards in accordance with the Australian Code for Responsible Conduct of Research.Participate in professional development and contribute to campus culture.What we need from you:A relevant qualification or experience in Biomedical Engineering, Data Science, Human Movement Science, or a related field.Knowledge of motion capture, biomechanics, and gait analysis.Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, and Git.Experience with clinical datasets is a plus.Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.Ability to apply statistical methods for effective data analysis.Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively.Excellent time management and organizational skills.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Familiarity with research methodologies and their application.
Join Us!
If you are ready to make a meaningful impact on children's health and enhance your research career, we want to hear from you!
Apply now and join us in our mission to transform gait analysis in paediatric care.
If you believe this role is a good fit for you, please apply by submitting: Your resumeA cover letter addressing the selection criteria Ensure these documents are combined into a single PDF file.
We welcome individuals of diverse genders, ages, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, abilities, religions, and sexual orientations in our workplace.
We actively encourage talented individuals from all walks of life to apply for our job openings.
Our commitment lies in fostering a workplace that is barrier-free and inclusive, aiming to attract the most skilled candidates.
Applications close: Friday 15th November 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight time.#J-18808-Ljbffr