Where Performance Meets Purpose

Join a team that values excellence and innovation, at a company known for its iconic golf brands. At Acushnet Company, your background and experience contribute to creating the best products for dedicated golfers worldwide. Here, your performance has purpose.

What You Will Be Doing

The Sports Biomechanics Research Assistant Fellow will design, develop, and advance biomechanical tools to support in-house biomechanical analyses and reporting. Primary responsibilities include designing, improving, and automating biomechanical scripts; supporting data management and processing workflows; and contributing to research and development initiatives within biomechanical applications. 

By the end of the fellowship, the fellow will gain hands-on experience working in a state-of-the-art biomechanics facility and develop a comprehensive understanding of the end-to-end biomechanics workflow. This role offers significant opportunity to strengthen skills in biomechanical data processing and analysis while gaining direct exposure to applied biomechanics in a high-performance sports setting.

What You Will Bring

• Education: M.S. or Ph.D. in Biomechanics or a closely related field

• Biomechanics Background: Strong understanding of biomechanical principles, including inverse dynamics, energetics, linear algebra, and musculoskeletal modeling.

• Technical Proficiencies:

  • Proficiency with marker-based motion capture systems and software (e.g., Qualisys)

  • Strong Proficiency in biomechanical scripting and analysis using Visual 3D (preferred), Python, and/or Matlab

• Demonstrated ability to operate independently within desired goals

Location and Duration:

• Onsite 5 days in Oceanside, CA

• 6-9 months

Compensation:

• $31-$40/hr

• Hourly rate is commensurate with level of educational degree attained

Our Commitment to You

At Acushnet Company, we are committed to helping our associates thrive both personally and professionally. From the start, you and your family, including domestic partners, will benefit from a comprehensive suite of health and well-being programs. Enjoy the advantages of paid time off, an onsite fitness center, acupuncture, physical therapy, wellness coaches, and more. 

Our financial benefits are designed to secure your future, offering a 401k with company match, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts.

Additionally, you'll enjoy perks like pet insurance, legal planning, education assistance, and exclusive access to our Associate Store. At Acushnet Company, your performance has purpose, and we're here to support you every step of the way.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Join us at Acushnet Company and be part of a team that values excellence and innovation.

EEO and Additional Statements

• Acushnet Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled.

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