Description

Position Overview:

As a division of the R&D department, the goal of the Biomechanics Lab is to research, investigate and validate current and future product designs as well as act as company ambassadors. Our current capabilities are EMG (Muscle activation), VO2 (oxygen consumption), Kinematics (motion capture) and literature review. We use these systems either individually or together to drive/validate designs. External to the company, we have had a variety of both University and Academic partnerships.

As the Biomechanical Lab Intern, you will design and lead the biomechanics testing and drive the push for higher visibility of the company both internally and externally. This position requires a passionate and motivated individual to drive both product improvement as well as help develop and solidify the future of the lab within the company.

NOTE: This is an off-campus job.

Responsibilities:

· Collect and process data using kinematic, EMG and VO2 measurement systems

· Use laboratory systems such as Cortex or MATLAB to provide data analysis, interpretation, and presentation of findings

· Operate and maintain biomechanical laboratory equipment such as the EMG, VO2 and motion capture systems

· Operate as a Johnson Health Tech liaison to Universities and labs

Requirements

Education:

· Actively pursuing a degree in a related field such as Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Kinesiology, etc.

Experience:

· Experience in laboratory procedures, testing and research activities

· Experience with MATLAB

· Experience with Cortex 3D Motion Analysis Software and Delsys EMGworks is a plus

Other:

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Must be able to write, read, understand and execute techniques and protocols

· Ability to work well with numerous diverse groups and individuals

· Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point

· Should be results oriented, possess a high degree of motivation and the ability to work with minimal supervision

· Creative thinker and strong problem solver

· Ability to multi-task well and change focus quickly

· Ability to analyze and critique published literature

Johnson Health Tech is among the world’s largest and fastest-growing fitness equipment manufacturers and is home to some of the most respected brands in the fitness industry, including Matrix, Vision and Horizon. The company manufactures a wide assortment of fitness equipment for both commercial and residential use, including treadmills, elliptical trainers, exercise bikes, and strength training equipment. Based just outside Madison, Wisconsin, our North American office houses our US business operations, plus global marketing, product design, research and development, and select quality responsibilities. Johnson Fitness & Wellness, our retail store division, has over 100 retail showrooms, and we operate an advanced strength production facility near Milwaukee, with East Coast, Central and West Coast warehouses.

Biomechanics Lab Intern

Biomechanics Lab Intern

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