Job Description

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

The Open-Source Leg project is a publicly available end-to-end platform developed to address a critical challenge in prosthetics research: the control of these advanced technologies has been the main barrier to their widespread clinical success. Traditionally, prosthetic research has been fragmented, with each researcher developing their robotic leg system for testing control strategies or biomechanical hypothesis. While this approach has led to individual successes, it has also prevented broader collaboration and long-term impact, especially for individuals with disabilities. 

Without a standardized platform, comparing results across research groups is difficult, and the continual redevelopment of robotics legs is both time-consuming and costly. The Open-Source Leg project bridges this gap by providing a unified, open-access platform that fosters collaboration and innovation. This shared framework allows researchers to test and evaluate control strategies in a way that accelerates progress and amplifies the collective impact of the field.

We are seeking a motivated and detailed oriented Community and Marketing Coordinator to support the growth and development of the Open-source Leg project. This entry-level position is ideal for someone passionate about technology and operations, with a focus on e-commerce, community engagement, and fostering community growth. 

Who We Are

Michigan Engineers are world-class educators, researchers, students and staff who strive to build a people-first future. As part of a top national public research institution , Michigan Engineering's mission is to provide scientific and technological leadership to the people of the world, develop intellectually curious and socially conscious minds, create collaborative solutions to societal problems, and promote an inclusive and innovative community of service for the common good.
 

Our vision, mission and values are supported by a people-first engineering framework that guides our work. As Michigan Engineers, we strive to apply excellent engineering fundamentals, integrated expertise and equity-centered values to re-imagine what engineering can be, close critical gaps, and elevate all people. Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: http://strategicvision.engin.umich.edu/.
 

The University of Michigan has a storied legacy of commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). Michigan Engineering models that commitment in our research, culture and collaborations. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of that commitment. Learn more about DEI at Michigan Engineering:https://www.engin.umich.edu/culture/diversity-equity-inclusion/

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Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

This is a term-limited position through October 2026 with possible renewal based on funding extensions. 

Background Screening

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U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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