Product Research Associate at Kforce Inc in Beaverton, Oregon

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Product Research Associate in Beaverton, OR.

Overview:
We are looking for an experienced teammate to conduct research at the intersection of sport, biomechanics, and robotics to help develop new, innovative products for everyday athletes. You would work closely with a research team and use biomechanical hardware and software systems to collect, analyze, and interpret data. The successful candidate would bring skills in these areas, an ability to communicate complex data in simple ways, and an innovators mindset.

As a contract researcher in the company lab, you will work closely with the Principal Researcher to understand the research plan and vision, then execute the experiments independently. You may also develop new tools, methods, and procedures to streamline data acquisition. Finally, you will analyze and summarize data from research to communicate findings to the Principal Researcher and research team. A typical week would include meetings with a Principal Researcher to align on the research experiment plan.

REQUIREMENTS:

• MSc in Biomechanics, Engineering, Kinesiology, or related fields, or BS plus 2 years of experience


• Experience using in-lab and field-based biomechanical data collection tools with human test participants


• Effective communication, people, and collaboration skills


• Experience writing programs for biomechanical analyses, signal processing, and statistical analyses (Python, MATLAB, R, Visual 3D, and/or JavaScript)


• Bias toward action and resilience in the face of challenges


• Experience in robotics or mechatronics is a plus

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless
and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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