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    Research Specialist - Chicago, United States - University of Illinois

    University of Illinois
    University of Illinois Chicago, United States

    1 week ago

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    Research Specialist - Mechanical and Industrial Engineering

    Hiring Department: Mechanical and Industrial Engineering

    Location: Chicago, IL USA

    Requisition ID:

    Posting Close Date:

    About the University of Illinois Chicago

    UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

    Description:

    Position Summary
    This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research on wearable robot co-adaptation.

    Duties & Responsibilities
  • Design, implement, and/or evaluate a method to facilitate user-robot co-adaptation in a wearable robot using data-driven machine learning prediction
  • Mentor/supervise/assist research activities within the lab for graduate/undergraduate students regarding control, mechatronics design, data analysis, human subject experiment, experimental protocol design, result interpretation/presentations, and/or manuscript preparations.
  • Work closely with collaborators
  • Maintain/Assist project documentation including IRB and prepare knowledge transfer materials.
  • Publish scientific results in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Participate in writing/submitting research proposals if funding opportunities come.
    • Qualifications:

    Minimum Qualifications
    • Bachelor's degree in science or related field required. Master's degree in science preferred.
    • A minimum of 3 years related research experience.
    • Possesses and applies comprehensive knowledge of research principles, concepts, practices and methods.
    • Proficient in specific lab research techniques.
    Preferred Qualifications
    B.S or M.S. degree in mechatronics, electrical computer engineering, biomechanics, or a related academic field, with specific experience in one or more of the following areas:
    - Programming in Python, Matlab, Simulink Real-time or similar
    - Mechatronics system development and real-time control
    - Experience in Arduino, Raspberry pi or similar
    - Wearable Sensors (IMUs, EMG, ECG, Foot pressure sensor, etc.)
    - 3D Motion Analysis (Vicon motion capture or similar system)
    - Biomechanical Modeling (inverse and/or forward dynamics, Visual3D)
    - Statistical analysis (SPSS, Matlab, or similar)
    - Controlled human subject experiments
    - Data analysis
    - Lab management
    - Dissemination and assist in grant proposal

    The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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