Biomechanist Expert; Ph.D. Level

Job Details

Job Location:

ARCCA LLC - PENNS PARK, PA 18943
Position Type:
Full Time
Education Level: 4 Year Degree
Salary Range: $90,000.00 - $
Salary

Travel Percentage :
Up to 25%

Job Shift: Day
Job Category:
Engineering

Job Title:

Biomechanist Expert

Department:
Forensic Engineering

Location:

Penns Park, PA

The Biomechanist/Biomechanical Engineer Expert plays a key role within a multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists dedicated to reconstructing injury-producing incidents and other events to evaluate and determine mechanisms of injury. This position is suited for an accomplished expert with an advanced degree (Ph.D.) who is seeking continued career growth in the field of forensic analysis. The ideal candidate values collaboration, enjoys client engagement, and takes pride in delivering high-quality work that fosters long-term client relationships.

• Conduct field investigations to gather and analyze vehicle crash, slip/trip and fall, or mechanical failure data and the related impact on the human body. Review supporting medical and hospital records.
• Calculate principal directions of force, and changes in velocity during a crash event as well as making determinations as to the amount of force required to cause and prevent certain types of injuries.
• Conduct or assist with conducting various types of static and dynamic tests.
• Prepare clear, well-documented reports of scientific findings and conclusions that can be understood by non-technical audiences and supported through testimony during depositions and trials.
• Prepare and deliver technical and educational presentations to existing and prospective clients, as well as at technical conferences.
• Continuously enhance professional and technical expertise through continuing education programs, reviewing technical publications, and contributing to the preparation of technical papers.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Ph.D. in Biomedical or Biomechanical Engineering required.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Strong foundation in analyzing occupant motion, human anatomy, impact effects, and inertial forces related to occupant injury preferred.
• Proficiency in 2D and 3D computer analysis programs for object motion, with a willingness to learn additional tools for vehicle and occupant kinematic analysis.
• Ability to participate in depositions and provide expert testimony as needed.
• Interest in working within a litigation environment, including evaluating cases.
• Prior testimony experience preferred; strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, along with strong interpersonal abilities, are essential.

Applied Technical Service sis an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

A requirement of this position is access to information that is subject to information that is subject to U.S. export controls under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations ( ITAR ). Accordingly, the company will consider only  U.S. Persons  for this position. A  U.S. Person  includes (a) U.S. citizens or nationals; (b) U.S. lawful permanent residents (i.e.,  green card  holders);

(c) persons granted refugee status; or (d) persons granted asylum in the United States. This information is collected solely for purposes of complying with U.S. export control requirements and will not be used to unlawfully discriminate in the hiring process.

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