Job Details

Research Engineer

Position Number: 6368480
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Engineering - Mechanical

Research Engineer

Job Summary

The Neuromechanics and Applied Locomotion Research Group at the University of Utah is seeking a full-time staff-level Research Engineer. This individual will work across a variety of funded research studies examining balance, locomotion, and rehabilitation. The role will focus on developing and supporting new devices to study balance control, including new perturbation devices and instrumentation. The position will also provide technical data management and quality control support for ongoing clinical trials using wearable sensors, and assist with data collections during human subjects research studies as needed. The position will include collaborative interactions with other funded research and collaborators at the University of Utah, including those in Orthopedics, Physical Therapy & Athletic Training, Health & Kinesiology, Occupational Therapy, and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, and Mechanical Engineering.

Salary: $65,000-$75,000 / year
This is a one-year contract that is renewable based the availability of funds and performance. Funding is expected to be available for at least 4 years.

To apply, please submit the following information combined into a single PDF:

Cover letter (describing your interests and motivation for seeking this research engineer position), Resume / CV, Names / contact information of two references.

Questions about the position or required materials can be sent to Dr. Peter Fino - peter.fino@utah.edu

Responsibilities
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or research related field plus three years of related engineering experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with human subjects research
Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
Experience designing, prototyping, and working on robotic control systems
Experience using biomechanical instrumentation including instrumented treadmills, motion capture, electromyography, and / or wearable inertial sensors
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Proficient in one or more coding languages (Python, MATLAB, R, etc.)
Knowledge of biomechanics, gait, or postural control
Ability to excel in both team and individual environments

Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be requiredNearly Continuously: Office environment.Seldom: Hazards (includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals). Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be requiredNearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or research related field plus three years of related engineering experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.

This position is not responsible for providing patient care.

Care is appropriate to the population served

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

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Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN42434B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department: 00196 - Health & Kinesiology
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 65000-75000 DOE
Close Date: 9/8/2025
Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/185314