Company Description

J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets.

Job Description

JS Held’s Accident Reconstruction practice in Canada is seeking a part-time Senior Forensic Injury Biomechanist. The ideal candidate for this position has a strong interest in injury biomechanics, as well as a foundation of experience in expert witness testimony. In addition to their core biomechanics work, mentoring and training junior engineers, and occasionally participating in informative presentations for clients and peers.

Job Responsibilities:

Manage assigned biomechanics projects efficiently while maintaining communication with client and project team on status and scope of assigned projects.Conduct unbiased field investigations and testing of incidents and/or loss events.Perform testing (i.e. brake/acceleration testing, slip testing) as required.Analyze data and conduct complex calculations.Conduct thorough and up-to-date research reviewsProvide technical findings, analysis, and conclusions, either verbally or in writing, in a timely fashion and in laymen’s terms.Serve as an expert witness in court Travel for client meetings, field work, marketing, and business development within the province and on occasion outside the province.Maintain technical and professional knowledge related to the practice area(s) through attending continuing education courses and workshops, attending industry/practice related seminars, reviewing relevant scientific and professional publications, and participating in professional organizations and societies.Continuously meet or exceed assigned performance metrics and goals.

QualificationsDegree in Biomedical or Biomechanical Engineering or Biomechanics/Kinesiology, preferably with a Master’s degree or greater.10+ years of experience.Excellent hands-on abilities.Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience in technical reports is preferred.Strong organizational skills and attitude to deliver results.Mathematically and technologically inclined with the ability to adapt to new environments or scenarios quickly.Skilled with software and technical systems.Willingness and ability to obtain additional licensure and certification.Willingness and desire to work above and beyond the minimum performance and goal requirements.Knowledge of research methods and statistical analysis, with the ability to review research and determine legitimacy of conclusions.

Additional InformationMust be able to travel to different regions primarily within province. (have reliable transportation, etc.)

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Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

 

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EEO and Job Accommodations

We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal!

J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.