We’re changing injury prevention.

We do this by performing influential and highly-cited research, maintaining state-of-the-art testing capabilities, and leveraging a global network of leaders in biomechanical engineering and data analytics. If you're interested in joining a team that is passionate about solving challenging problems, give us a ring.

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Our mission

Biocore's mission is to provide the highest level of engineering and analytics expertise to clients dedicated to the understanding and reduction of injury.

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Career Openings

Biocore LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. If interested in one of the positions below, please click the Apply Now button below the job information to apply.

Company Overview

Biocore is a team of world class engineers and scientists providing testing, analysis, and consulting services to companies across the globe. Biocore leverages its unique expertise and experience, as well as cutting-edge physical and cloud computing technologies, to improve safety and enhance the performance of athletes and organizations in sports and entertainment industries.

Biocore’s mission is to provide the highest level of engineering and analytics expertise to clients dedicated to the understanding and reduction of injury, through a multidisciplinary group with backgrounds in engineering, biomechanics, data science, athlete performance, footwear design and construction, synthetic, natural, and hybrid playing surface design and management, and statistical & epidemiological injury tracking.

Position Details

Biocore has an immediate opening for a full-time Associate Technical Sales and Account Manager. We are seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient Technical Sales and Account Manager to join our growing team. This is a unique role for an individual passionate about the intersection of sports, technology, and biomechanics. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting our business and engineering teams in developing new customers and markets and driving sales of our biomechanics-driven products to professional sports leagues and teams, with a primary focus on American football. Additionally, this role will manage the implementation and support of these products both internally and externally, ensuring our customers achieve maximum value. The position is based at our primary office in Charlottesville, VA.

Position Title

Associate Technical Sales and Account Manager

Employment Type

  • Full-time, exempt employee
  • In person at offices in Charlottesville, VA
  • Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Compensation

Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits package (includes medical, dental, vision), and a performance-based bonus program.

Position Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as Kinesiology, Biomechanics, Sports Science, Engineering, or Business. Master’s degree in a related field is a plus.
  • 1-3 years of experience in sales, technical support, or project management role.
  • Exposure to and/or experience in high-level amateur or professional sports.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Technical Sales:
    • Prospect and develop new business relationships with key decision-makers within professional and collegiate sports organizations.
    • Conduct product demonstrations and presentations, effectively communicating the technical and biomechanical benefits of our products to coaches, athletic trainers, and executives.
    • Serve as the subject matter expert, answering technical questions and addressing customer concerns.
    • Collaborate with the Biocore team to develop and execute sales strategies to meet revenue targets.
    • Track and report on sales pipeline, customer interactions, and progress.
  • Project Management & Implementation:
    • Oversee the end-to-end implementation of new product and services for customers, including onboarding and training.
    • Act as the primary point of contact for customer inquiries and support during the onboarding phase and beyond.
    • Train customer staff on proper product usage, data interpretation, and best practices to ensure successful adoption.
    • Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure on-time and successful delivery.
    • Gather customer feedback and work with the product development team to drive continuous improvement and influence future product features and enhancements.
  • Account Management:
    • Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships to ensure high levels of satisfaction and retention.
    • Identify and pursue upselling and cross-selling opportunities with existing accounts.
    • Serve as a trusted advisor and advocate for our customers, understanding their needs and business objectives.
    • Proactively manage customer expectations and resolve any issues to ensure a positive experience.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Biomechanics Knowledge: Demonstrated knowledge of biomechanics, human movement, and injury prevention principles.
  • Sports Industry: Strong understanding of the sports ecosystem, with a keen interest in American football.
  • Technical Sales: Prior experience in a technical sales role selling a hardware or software product.
  • Sports Data and Analytics: Familiarity with data analysis and the use of sports performance metrics.
  • Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate findings, both verbally and in writing.
  • Attention to Detail: Strong documentation skills and process oriented.
  • Ability to travel: Visit customer sites for meetings and demonstrations.

Biocore LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Company Overview

Biocore is a team of world class engineers and scientists providing testing, analysis, and consulting services to companies across the globe. Biocore leverages its unique expertise and experience, as well as cutting-edge physical and cloud computing technologies, to improve safety and enhance the performance of athletes and sports organizations.

Biocore’s mission is to provide the highest level of research, engineering and analytics expertise to clients dedicated to improvement of sports by maximizing performance and minimizing injury through a multidisciplinary group with backgrounds in engineering, biomechanics, data science, athlete performance, footwear design and construction, playing surface, and statistical and epidemiological analyses.

Position Details

Biocore has an immediate opening for a full-time BIOMECHANICS ENGINEER. The right individual will support research and analysis focused on improving American football player performance. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of football-specific movements and training methodologies. This role involves leveraging data from in-game, practice, and training environments to provide actionable insights for coaches, athletes, and front offices. The position is based at our primary office in Charlottesville, VA.

Position Title

Engineer, Biomechanics – American Football Performance

Employment Type

  • Full-time, exempt employee
  • In person at offices in Charlottesville, VA
  • Willingness to travel up to 10% of the year.

Position Requirements

Advanced degree in one of the interrelated disciplines of sports biomechanics and/or kinesiology, biomedical engineering, or mechanical engineering including demonstrated experience with biomechanics, sports performance, data collection, and prior management of research projects.

Compensation

Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits package (includes medical, dental, vision) and a performance-based bonus program.

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Analyze player movement, technique, and performance metrics using biomechanical principles and data from various sources (e.g., motion capture, wearable sensors, video analysis).
  • Collaborate with coaches, trainers, and athletes to identify key performance indicators and areas for improvement.
  • Develop and perform analysis to identify causal factors that influence speed, power, agility, and other performance-related metrics in football players.
  • Work closely with Biocore team in designing tools, dashboards, and reports to deliver performance-oriented insights geared to elite football players and coaches and trainers.
  • Design and execute research studies to evaluate the effectiveness of new training protocols, equipment, or techniques on player performance.
  • Interpret complex data and translate findings into clear, concise, and actionable recommendations for diverse stakeholders.
  • Present results to internal teams and external partners, including coaches, sports scientists, and team executives.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest research in sports science, biomechanics, and American football performance.

Technical Capabilities

  • Demonstrated knowledge of musculoskeletal anatomy and physiology, with a focus on movements critical for football.
  • Fluency in biomechanics and its application to athletic performance.
  • Experience with data collection and analysis systems such as marker/markerless motion capture, force plates, and athlete tracking technologies.
  • Statistical knowledge required for design of experiments and data analysis.
  • Computer literacy, including proficiency in data analysis programming using Python, R, MATLAB, or equivalent.

Working Character Qualities

  • Strong knowledge and experience in American football, either as a player, coach, or trainer.
  • Experience working with athletes or teams to improve performance based on data and research.
  • Ability to critically think and problem-solve in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
  • Ability to analyze data, consolidate, and distill it into key results and outcomes.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, able to present to a range of audiences.
  • Organized, proactive, and self-driven, able to work both independently and as an integral team member.

Biocore LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Company Overview

Biocore is a team of world class engineers and scientists providing data-driven products, testing, analysis, and consulting services to companies across the globe. Biocore leverages its unique expertise and experience, as well as cutting-edge physical and cloud computing technologies, to improve safety and enhance the performance of athletes and organizations in sports and entertainment industries.

Biocore’s mission is to provide the highest level of engineering and analytics expertise to clients dedicated to the understanding and reduction of injury, through a multidisciplinary group with backgrounds in engineering, biomechanics, data science, athlete performance, footwear design and construction, synthetic, natural, and hybrid playing surface design and management, and statistical and epidemiological injury tracking.

Biocore works and partners with many of the world’s leading sports leagues and organizations. For an example of recent work, visit https://www.nfl.com/playerhealthandsafety/

For more information, visit www.biocorellc.com

Position Details

Biocore has an immediate opening for a full-time Graphic Designer. The right individual will support the Data Science and Analytics team and the entire Biocore organization on a variety of interesting projects. The position may be based at our primary office in Charlottesville, VA or may be located remotely. If remote, the selected candidate will need to work at the primary office for an onboarding period of 2-3 months to become familiar with the different teams and workstreams of Biocore.

Position Title

Graphic Designer

Employment Type

  • Full-time, exempt employee
  • In person at offices in Charlottesville, VA or remote after initial onboarding
  • Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Position Requirements

  • A bachelor’s degree in art, graphic design or related field with a minimum of five years of experience
  • Proven experience of Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
  • Experience with After Effects, Adobe Premiere Pro or other video/motion software a plus
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office or similar software is required. In particular, extensive experience with PowerPoint is necessary for providing design support for presentation work
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Excellent organization and time management skills
  • Portfolio of design work is required

Compensation

Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits package (includes medical, dental, vision), and a performance-based bonus program.

Roles and Responsibilities

Our team is responsible for supporting the marketing, graphic design, user interface and user experience needs of the organization across multiple workstreams for professional sports leagues as well as internal marketing efforts. Design work spans mediums including digital, print, and signage and includes document design, trade-show booth design, web and software design, as well as extensive work in building PowerPoint decks for both marketing and information delivery purposes.

Working style/character qualities

  • You excel at developing impactful visualizations to communicate data-driven insights to non-technical audiences.
  • You can convert an outline of concepts and copious amounts of data into a creative masterpiece of effective and simple communication.
  • You are comfortable working with engineers who will provide a great deal of data and at micro levels of information.
  • You are comfortable asking difficult questions to gain clear insight into the information that needs to be communicated to the intended audience.
  • You can translate those insights into developing a visual story that supports a clear message without overwhelming audiences with data.
  • You enjoy working across multiple projects simultaneously and are comfortable with managing your time to meet deadlines across those projects.
  • You are a great teammate who enjoys working with others to build things together that you could not build alone.

Biocore LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Company Overview

Biocore is a team of world class engineers and scientists providing testing, analysis, and consulting services to companies across the globe. Biocore leverages its unique expertise and experience, as well as cutting-edge physical and cloud computing technologies, to improve safety and enhance the performance of athletes and sports organizations.

Biocore’s mission is to provide the highest level of research, engineering and analytics expertise to clients dedicated to improvement of sports by maximizing performance and minimizing injury through a multidisciplinary group with backgrounds in engineering, biomechanics, data science, athlete performance, footwear design and construction, playing surface, and statistical and epidemiological analyses.

Position Details

Biocore is seeking a hands-on, solutions-driven IT Specialist to support and scale our growing technology infrastructure. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys working across platforms, and is passionate about integrating innovative technologies to drive operational excellence.

The IT Specialist will provide the underlying information technology support to enable the company to successfully conduct day-to-day operations and to expand capabilities through integration of innovative technologies. This position reports to the Business Operations Manager.

Employment Type

  • Full-time, exempt employee
  • In person at offices in Charlottesville, VA

Position Requirements

  • Education
    • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology (IT), Information Systems (IS), or related field
  • Extensive understanding of Mac OS and Windows OS
  • Proficient in Microsoft core technologies including Windows Server, Active Directory, IIS, SQL, SharePoint, Outlook, Office 365, and Teams
  • Management of cloud and SaaS services
  • Excellent planning and coordination skills with multiple teams
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong analytic and critical thinking skills
  • Highly flexible and adaptable
  • S. Citizen or Permanent Resident only
  • Demonstrable experience in network infrastructure and architecture; workstation setup, management, and maintenance; IT security and documentation

Knowledge & Experience

  • Network infrastructure and architecture
    • Review diagnostics and assess the functionality and efficiency of systems
    • Work with team leaders and senior management to integrate new systems and technologies
    • Maintain servers, cluster computers, firewalls, routers, wireless access points, backups, and VPN
    • Maintain Microsoft 365 email system
  • Workstation setup, management, and maintenance
    • Setup, troubleshoot, and maintain company laptop and workstation computers with Windows and Mac operating systems
    • Install software and hardware, as needed
    • Provide technical specifications and suggestions for incorporation of new systems
    • Standardize, centralize, and automate the configuration, management, and monitoring of systems
  • Security
    • Maintain and monitor security of company network and systems
    • Operate and maintain video surveillance and physical security access systems
    • Ensure systems are compliant with client security requirements
    • Provide security training to employees and consultants
  • Documentation
    • Manage hardware and software inventory
    • Document processes and standard operating procedures related to IT
  • Preference given to candidates with:
    • Small company or lab-based experience
    • Experience in cloud technologies such as AWS
    • SSO responsibilities/experience
    • Facility structured wiring installation and maintenance
    • Experience with video capturing equipment
    • One or more certifications in networking, security, and/or Microsoft 365
    • A strong security mindset and pen-testing experience, e.g. through labs, red teaming, etc.

Compensation

Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits package (includes medical, dental, vision), and a performance-based bonus program.

Biocore LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Company Overview

Biocore LLC, located in Charlottesville, Virginia, is a team of world class engineers and scientists providing testing, analysis, and consulting services to companies across the globe. Biocore leverages its unique expertise and experience to improve safety and enhance the performance of individuals in sports and other industries.

Biocore’s mission is to provide the highest level of engineering services and performance and injury biomechanics expertise to clients dedicated to the reduction of injury and optimization of performance. We do this by performing influential and highly cited biomechanics research, maintaining state-of-the-art testing capabilities, and leveraging a global network of leaders in experimental and computational biomechanical engineering.

Position Details

Biocore is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Technical Project Manager to lead Biocore’s digital performance and safety analytics platform. This key initiative focuses on enhancing safety and optimizing performance of individuals, aligning with both client and Biocore business objectives. This role involves strategic oversight, coordination, and successful delivery of the program, while also supporting strategic partnerships, to showcase technological advancements and their impact on individual health and performance. The ideal candidate will also identify and lead future market opportunities and applications for the platform. This position requires a blend of strategic foresight, robust program management skills, deep understanding of data analytics and AI/ML, and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships.

Employment Type

  • Full-time, exempt employee
  • In person at offices in Charlottesville, VA
  • Willingness to travel up to 20%

Position Requirements

  • Education
    • S. or Ph.D. in engineering, computer science, or related field.
  • Proven track record of success
    • Demonstrated success in delivering strategic outcomes in technology-driven environments, ideally within sports, health, or data-intensive industries.
    • 5+ years of progressive experience in program management, successfully overseeing complex initiatives with multiple interconnected projects.
    • Experience operating within a dual mandate environment, balancing internal strategic goals with external partnership requirements.

Knowledge & Experience

  • Strong background in data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and computer vision algorithm development; understanding of how these technologies can drive actionable insights for human performance and safety.
  • Experience in stakeholder management, including executive-level communication and negotiation with diverse internal and external parties
  • Proven ability to manage large-scale programs from inception to completion, encompassing planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
  • Deep understanding and practical experience in program management methodologies and best practices.
  • Familiarity with large, complex datasets, ideally including biomechanical and skeletal tracking data, medical and health records, and performance data.
  • Knowledge of cloud computing environments and services (e.g., AWS) and their application in data processing and AI/ML solutions.
  • Demonstrated ability in budget planning, forecasting, and management for multi-million-dollar programs.
  • Experience in identifying, assessing, and mitigating program-level risks.
  • Understanding of data governance, privacy regulations, and compliance requirements, particularly concerning sensitive health and performance data).
  • Experience translating complex technical concepts and data insights into clear, concise narratives and presentations for non-technical audiences.
  • Previous experience working with sports organizations is highly desired.

Skills

  • Strategic & Analytical Thinking: Ability to see the big picture, align projects with strategic objectives, define success metrics, and make data-driven decisions to optimize program performance.
  • Exceptional Leadership: Strong capability to lead, motivate, and guide cross-functional teams and project managers towards common goals.
  • Outstanding Communication & Presentation: Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills for executive briefings, technical discussions, and external storytelling. Ability to tailor messages to various audiences.
  • Negotiation & Influence: Proven ability to negotiate effectively, resolve conflicts, and influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.
  • Organizational & Problem-Solving: Superior organizational skills, adept at resource allocation, time management, and proactive problem prevention and resolution.
  • Adaptability: Capacity to navigate evolving requirements, unexpected challenges, and shifting priorities in a dynamic program environment.
  • Proficiency in relevant project/program management software and tools.

Position Responsibilities

The Senior Technical Project Manager will be responsible for:

  • Strategic Program Leadership & Roadmap Development:
    • Converting business objectives into a multi-year technical roadmap in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
    • Leading and facilitating strategic planning sessions, including Midterm Planning Workshops and quarterly Long-Range Planning (LRP) Sessions.
    • Defining problems for strategic objectives, including scoping client challenges, articulating value propositions, and establishing measurable success criteria and performance benchmarks.
  • Executive & Strategic Communication:
    • Acting as the "default" preparer and briefer of slide decks for external executive-level engagements.
    • Leading and coordinating Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), providing high-level overviews of work accomplished, budget status, and inter-party "asks."
    • Facilitating "Key Leader" engagements with external stakeholders.
  • Program & Project Coordination:
    • Overseeing the daily and weekly execution of the digital program, ensuring seamless cross-collaboration between multiple technical and non-technical teams (e.g., UI/UX, DevSecOps, Data Engineering/Data Science, Analytics).
    • Coordinating individual projects and managing their interdependencies to ensure deliverables align with overall program outcomes.
    • Conducting regular synchronization meetings with key stakeholders to monitor status, address blockers, and ensure situational awareness.
  • Financial & Resource Management:
    • Managing the overall program budget.
    • Coordinating with external stakeholder finance/legal teams to resolve contract issues.
    • Performing monthly budget forecasting and adjusting resource allocation based on burn rates and strategic priorities.
    • Optimizing resource utilization across all projects within the program.
  • Risk & Problem Prevention/Resolution:
    • Proactively identifying, analyzing, and mitigating program-level risks, including technical blockers, administrative hurdles, and data access issues, often looking 6-12 weeks ahead.
    • Resolving issues and bottlenecks to keep technical teams unblocked and focused.
    • Elevating critical political problems or requests for intervention/support to senior leadership when necessary.
  • Reporting & Accountability:
    • Overseeing and contributing to weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting requirements, ensuring accuracy and defensibility of reported progress and expenditures.
    • Maintaining core program documentation, including program initiation documents and strategic roadmaps.
  • Data Protection & Compliance:
    • Ensuring adherence to stringent company and client data protection protocols.
    • Navigating the complexities of data access and usage, particularly concerning injury analysis limitations.
  • Partnership & Marketing Enablement:
    • Supporting company and client marketing efforts by identifying success stories and providing information to showcase the platform’s contributions to health and safety.
    • Identifying and prioritizing projects that deliver value for both injury reduction goals and marketing/commercialization opportunities.

Compensation

Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits package (includes medical, dental, vision), and a performance-based bonus program.

Biocore LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Company Overview

Biocore is a team of world class engineers and scientists providing testing, analysis, and consulting services to companies across the globe. Biocore leverages its unique expertise and experience, as well as cutting-edge physical and cloud computing technologies, to improve safety and enhance the performance of athletes and sports organizations.

Biocore’s mission is to provide the highest level of research, engineering and analytics expertise to clients dedicated to improvement of sports by maximizing performance and minimizing injury through a multidisciplinary group with backgrounds in engineering, biomechanics, data science, athlete performance, footwear design and construction, playing surface, and statistical and epidemiological analyses.

Position Details

Biocore has an immediate opening for a full-time SENIOR ENGINEER. The right individual will support research, engineering, and analytics related to the influence of playing surface on player performance and safety. Specifically, this role supports laboratory and on-field testing, analytics and integration with other workstreams, technical and academic writing, and communication with external stakeholders including sports leagues, clubs, and sports governing bodies. The position is based at our primary office in Charlottesville, VA.

Position Title

Senior Engineer I

Employment Type

  • Full-time, exempt employee
  • In person at offices in Charlottesville, VA
  • Willingness to travel up to 35%.

Position Requirements

Advanced degree or 5+ years of experience in one of the interrelated disciplines of turfgrass science and/or management, sports biomechanics, or mechanical/electrical engineering. Demonstrated experience in scientific experiments, statistical data analyses, and academic manuscript writing is required. Research and testing experience with playing surfaces is preferred.

Compensation

Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits package (includes medical, dental, vision, and a performance-based bonus program.

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Manage the portfolio of research and operations involving playing surface test devices, testing events, and analytics.
  • Collect and analyze data, interpret results, and compile technical reports.
  • Engage with stakeholders in the sports and academic fields, collaborating on development and evaluation of new playing surface technologies.
  • Write technical and operational documentation to support testing and test devices.
  • Develop manuscripts for publication in academic journals.

Technical capabilities

  • Design of experiments, statistical analyses, and proficiency in coding language (R, Python, Excel)
  • Experience with data collection systems and related safety protocols.
  • Ability to critically think and problem-solve.
  • Familiarity with the development of test methods, ideally related to sports field and equipment testing.
  • Ability to coordinate/execute multiple research and operational testing events across various locations in the USA.

General capabilities

  • Excellent oral communication skills; able to interact with external stakeholders regarding testing events, equipment support, and data interpretation.
  • Excellent written communication skills; able to write technical and operational documentation, and academic manuscripts.
  • Able to lift 50-lbs unassisted.

Working style/character qualities

  • Adaptable, able to learn from peers, proactive.
  • Methodic, cautious, detail oriented, organized, proactive.
  • Self-driven and ability to work both independently and as an integral team member.

Biocore LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Company Overview

Biocore is a team of world class engineers and scientists providing testing, analysis, and consulting services to companies across the globe. An independently operated subsidiary of Infinite Athlete, Biocore leverages its unique expertise and experience, as well as cutting-edge physical and cloud computing technologies, to improve safety and enhance the performance of athletes and sports organizations.

Biocore’s mission is to provide the highest level of research, engineering and analytics expertise to clients dedicated to improvement of sports by maximizing performance and minimizing injury through a multidisciplinary group with backgrounds in engineering, biomechanics, data science, athlete performance, footwear design and construction, playing surface, and statistical and epidemiological analyses.

Position Details

Biocore has an immediate opening for a full-time TEST ENGINEER. The right individual will support research, engineering, and analytics related to the influence of playing surface on player performance and safety. Specifically, this role supports laboratory and on-field testing, including data gathering and analyses. Additionally, this role includes active support of testing devices through maintenance, service, and parts inventory. This position is on-site in Charlottesville, VA.

Employment Type

  • Full-time, exempt employee
  • In person in Charlottesville, VA
  • Willingness to travel up to 35% of the time

Position Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in one of the interrelated disciplines of turfgrass science and/or management, mechanical and/or electrical engineering.

  • Familiarity with data collection systems and data analyses.

  • Ability to travel for on-site data collection events up to 35% of the time.

  • Demonstrated experience with electro-mechanical systems, preferably through hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical, robotic, and controls systems is preferred.

Compensation

Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits package (includes medical, dental, vision, and stipends for health and wellness), and a performance-based bonus program.

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Data collection using a variety of testing devices in the laboratory and in the field.
  • Coordinate logistics for off-site test events including testing scheduling and device logistics.
  • Analyze data, interpret results, and compile technical reports.
  • Troubleshoot device issues and support determination of root-cause through developing a detailed understanding of testing devices’ hardware and software.
  • Ensure that testing tools and equipment are properly maintained and calibrated.

Technical Capabilities

  • Ability to follow safety protocols and track record of following them rigorously.
  • Ability to read and follow electrical/mechanical schematics to assist in isolating fault to root cause component/assembly.
  • (Preferred) Familiarity debugging DC circuits using an oscilloscope.
  • (Preferred) Familiarity with design of experiments, statistical analyses, and proficiency in coding language (R, Python, Excel)

General Capabilities

  • Excellent oral communication skills; able to coordinate testing events with external stakeholders.
  • Excellent written communication skills; able to write technical documentation.
  • Able to lift 50-lbs unassisted.

Working style/character qualities

  • Commitment to quality, integrity, and accountability.
  • Detail oriented, methodic, and cautious
  • Self-driven; ability to work both independently and in multidisciplinary teams.
  • Enjoy both hands-on and office work and be able to quickly adapt and learn.

Biocore LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Company Overview

Biocore LLC, located in Charlottesville, Virginia, is a team of world class engineers and scientists providing testing, analysis, and consulting services to companies across the globe. Biocore leverages its unique expertise and experience to improve safety and enhance the performance of individuals in sports and other industries.

Biocore’s mission is to provide the highest level of engineering services and performance and injury biomechanics expertise to clients dedicated to the reduction of injury and optimization of performance. We do this by performing influential and highly cited biomechanics research, maintaining state-of-the-art testing capabilities, and leveraging a global network of leaders in experimental and computational biomechanical engineering.

Position Details

Biocore has an immediate opening for a full-time Test Technician for helmet and cleat testing. The purpose of the helmet and cleat testing is to evaluate equipment performance and ensure it meets safety standards. The technician needs experience to not only understand that the equipment is suitable to be tested but also that the machinery and instrumentation is current and operable. The technician must be comfortable with interpreting specifications, executing tests & standard operating procedures, troubleshooting malfunctions, collecting data, validating data quality throughout testing, and documenting/interpreting results. In addition to helmet and cleat testing, the Test Technician may support other testing as the need arises. The Test Technician will also share the responsibility of lab cleanliness and organization. They must also be willing and able to work under the direction of Biocore engineers and researchers. The position is based at our primary office in Charlottesville, VA.

Position Title

Test Technician

Employment Type

  • Full-time, exempt employee
  • In person at offices in Charlottesville, VA
  • Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Compensation

Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits package (includes medical, dental, vision), and a performance-based bonus program.

Position Requirements

  • Associate or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as electronics, engineering technology, or a related technical discipline.
  • Equivalent technical certifications or experience may also be sufficient.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conducting Tests: Performing various tests on products, systems, or components according to standard operating procedures to verify functionality, reliability, and durability.
  • Interpreting Specifications: Understanding and applying quality standards, engineering diagrams, and product specifications to guide testing procedures.
  • Troubleshooting: Identifying and diagnosing faults, malfunctions, and defects in products, data, or equipment.
  • Data Analysis: Gathering, analyzing, and interpreting test results to identify areas for improvement.
  • Documentation: Maintaining detailed records of test procedures, results, and findings. Preparing data for engineers, researchers, and product developers for customer reports.
  • Collaboration: Working with engineers, researchers, and product developers to report findings and suggest improvements.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Technical Knowledge: Understanding of electronic, mechanical, or other relevant engineering principles and testing procedures.
  • Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and troubleshoot technical issues.
  • Problem-Solving: Capacity to identify & diagnose problems and develop solutions within a technical context.
  • Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate findings, both verbally and in writing.
  • Attention to Detail: Precision and accuracy in executing tests and documenting results.
  • Hands-on Experience: Familiarity with testing equipment and instrumentation including: TDAS data acquisition systems, Biokinetics linear impactor, Cadex drop stands, accelerometers, load cells, high-speed cameras, universal testing machines, and other test equipment.

Biocore LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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