What are the responsibilities and job description for the Biomechanical Engineer - Forensic Investigator position at Robson Forensic?
You have a Ph.D. in an Engineering discipline and 5 years of Bioengineering/Biomechanics experience post-doctoral work. You want to use your training, education, and experience in a new and meaningful way.
You are already an expert. Robson Forensic will train you to be a forensic expert.
As a Biomechanical Engineering Forensic Expert, you will:
- Apply the scientific and engineering principles of bioengineering and biomechanics to investigate incidents involving claimed injuries/fatalities due to an event.
- Analyze and evaluate the technical and scientific aspects of incidents, injuries, and medical device failures.
- Write clear, scientifically sound reports.
- Provide expert testimony.
You will delve into the technical and scientific aspects of incidents, determining how and why an injury occurred from a purely physical standpoint. You will analyze the forces and motions involved to figure out if the alleged injuries are consistent with the event. Areas of investigation may include impact and injury biomechanics/orthopedic biomechanics applied to events such as vehicle collisions, sports & recreation, occupation, assaults, falls, etc. This role offers you a chance to:
- Use your cumulative training, experience, and critical thinking skills.
- Collaborate with highly respected experts.
- Continuously learn and grow.
- Make a tangible difference.
Location: Dallas/Fort Worth/Irving, TX (hybrid)
Requirements:
- Education: Ph.D. in an engineering discipline & a B.S. in Engineering from an ABET-accredited University
- Experience: 5 years of bioengineering/biomechanics experience, post-doctoral work, involving human body motion or injury research; Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) experience is a plus.
- Skills: Excellent technical, analytical, writing, and communication skills.
- Work Style: Approx. 20% travel for training; the remainder is focused on analysis and report drafting, working independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Prior forensic experience is not required. We seek professionals eager to apply their deep biomechanical knowledge to a challenging new domain.
You must have a clean background screen, a driver’s license, and the ability to drive.
ABOUT US:
Robson Forensic is a national leader in expert witness consulting, providing technical expertise across many fields within engineering, architecture, science, and a broad range of specialty disciplines.
Employees at Robson Forensic work alongside highly respected experts from both industry and academia. Our forensic experts are engaged in meaningful casework that is consequential to industry and society. Robson Forensic provides a unique working dynamic that blends collaboration and autonomy.
HOW TO APPLY:
If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding position, and you meet our minimum requirements, please apply, and attach your resume and cover letter (outlining your professional background and expertise). We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.