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Research Fellow
Job Description
Research Fellow
Department Sr Vp & Provost - 034
Position Summary
A one-year-long Research Fellowship is available under the supervision of Dr. Sergio Almécija (AMNH). This is a full-time position to study the motion of wild apes as a part of a multi-institutional collaborative project. The Research Fellow will be involved in all steps of data processing and analysis of 3D photogrammetric data already collected in natural environments, as well as in the posterior writing of the papers.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Organizing, processing, digitizing, and analyzing 3D kinematic data from apes. This includes digitizing anatomical landmarks on raw videos, calibration of 2D into 3D data, and creating code to calculate biomechanical variables (e.g., joint angles).
Participation in data analysis and interpretation to aid in drafting figures and text for publication.
Working with other lab group members as a mentor and collaborator on research projects and laboratory procedures.
Part of the work/training will occur at other institutions in the NY area.
Required Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in a science or technical field required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Completion of a higher degree (MS or PhD) in a field related to biomechanics is preferred, but not required.
- Background in coding (Matlab and/or R) required.
- Strong interest in furthering their biomechanical/coding skill set development and in developing their CV through publications and abstract submissions.
Physical Demands
Category Full-Time/Term
Total Number of Scheduled Hours Per Pay Period 70
Union Status Non-Union
FLSA Non-Exempt
EEO Statement
The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Museum does not discriminate with respect to employment, or admission or access to Museum facilities, programs or activities on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, alienage or citizenship status, current or former participation in the uniformed services, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin, or on account of any other basis prohibited by applicable City, State, or Federal law. Additional protections are afforded in employment based on arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking and sex offenses, unemployment status, and credit history, in each case to the extent provided by law. If special accommodations are needed in applying for a position, please call the Office of Human Resources.
Quick Link https://careers.amnh.org/postings/3164
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number GS532P
Open Date 09/22/2022
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
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