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*Graduate Student Research Position in Biomechanics
_*Reminder*_*: *Applications received by December 1, 2009 will receive
consideration for university wide fellowship opportunities.
*Jill L. McNitt-Gray, Director (mcnitt@usc.edu)*
Biomechanics Research Laboratory
University Park Campus
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0652
Highly motivated graduate students interested in pursuing a doctoral
degree in the /Biomechanics Research Laboratory/ at the University of
Southern California are invited to apply. Please complete your online
application through the following doctoral degree programs.
Department of Biomedical Engineering, Doctoral Program in
Biomedical Engineering
Department of Biological Sciences, Doctoral Program in Integrative
Biology
Our research focuses on the mechanisms organisms use to generate and
control momentum during functional movements. We integrate
experimentation and modeling techniques to study control and dynamics of
whole body or task oriented movements (e.g. elite athletes, musicians,
individuals with spinal cord injury, extinct hyenas, T-Rex) in
ecologically valid contexts (e.g. Olympic competition, workplace, home,
research lab, geologically relevant environments).
Instrumentation and computing resources in the Biomechanics Research
Laboratory includes: multiple force plates (Kistler, Bertec),
telemetered electromyography ( Konigsberg), 3D motion capture analysis
software, high speed digital video cameras for impact analysis, high
end multiprocessor computers for graphics, simulation, finite element,
and modeling applications (ADAMS, Mechanical Dynamics, mimics), and
multimedia teaching lab. Active collaborative relationships with Rancho
Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center, Westwood VA Hospital, Colburn
School of Music, Los Angeles County Natural History Museum, USC athletic
teams and US National Governing Bodies of Sport.
Strongest consideration will be given to highly motivated applicants
with good communication and teamwork skills with an interest in
identifying how organisms interact with their environment by using
mechanics, neuromuscular control, and/or dynamic modeling. Courses often
taken by doctoral students in biomechanics are offered within and
outside the department in areas like biomedical engineering, integrative
biology, computer science, physical therapy, mechanical engineering, and
statistics. Doctoral students in may apply to become Teaching or
Research Assistants and will receive stipends, health benefits, and
tuition remission as part of their assistantships or fellowships.
Los Angeles, California is a diverse and exciting place to live. The
beach, mountains, and international culture provide a rich background
for your development as a person and scientist.
If you are interested in learning more about our program, please contact
me directly (mcnitt@usc.edu).
*Jill McNitt-Gray, Ph.D. *
Biomechanics Research Laboratory, Director
Departments of Biomedical Engineering, Kinesiology, and Biological Sciences
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0652, USA Phone: 213-740-7902 or by email
(mcnitt@usc.edu )
http://www.usc.edu/schools/college/kinesiology/biomech/research.htm
_*Reminder*_*: *Applications received by December 1, 2009 will receive
consideration for university wide fellowship opportunities.
*Jill L. McNitt-Gray, Director (mcnitt@usc.edu)*
Biomechanics Research Laboratory
University Park Campus
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0652
Highly motivated graduate students interested in pursuing a doctoral
degree in the /Biomechanics Research Laboratory/ at the University of
Southern California are invited to apply. Please complete your online
application through the following doctoral degree programs.
Department of Biomedical Engineering, Doctoral Program in
Biomedical Engineering
Department of Biological Sciences, Doctoral Program in Integrative
Biology
Our research focuses on the mechanisms organisms use to generate and
control momentum during functional movements. We integrate
experimentation and modeling techniques to study control and dynamics of
whole body or task oriented movements (e.g. elite athletes, musicians,
individuals with spinal cord injury, extinct hyenas, T-Rex) in
ecologically valid contexts (e.g. Olympic competition, workplace, home,
research lab, geologically relevant environments).
Instrumentation and computing resources in the Biomechanics Research
Laboratory includes: multiple force plates (Kistler, Bertec),
telemetered electromyography ( Konigsberg), 3D motion capture analysis
software, high speed digital video cameras for impact analysis, high
end multiprocessor computers for graphics, simulation, finite element,
and modeling applications (ADAMS, Mechanical Dynamics, mimics), and
multimedia teaching lab. Active collaborative relationships with Rancho
Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center, Westwood VA Hospital, Colburn
School of Music, Los Angeles County Natural History Museum, USC athletic
teams and US National Governing Bodies of Sport.
Strongest consideration will be given to highly motivated applicants
with good communication and teamwork skills with an interest in
identifying how organisms interact with their environment by using
mechanics, neuromuscular control, and/or dynamic modeling. Courses often
taken by doctoral students in biomechanics are offered within and
outside the department in areas like biomedical engineering, integrative
biology, computer science, physical therapy, mechanical engineering, and
statistics. Doctoral students in may apply to become Teaching or
Research Assistants and will receive stipends, health benefits, and
tuition remission as part of their assistantships or fellowships.
Los Angeles, California is a diverse and exciting place to live. The
beach, mountains, and international culture provide a rich background
for your development as a person and scientist.
If you are interested in learning more about our program, please contact
me directly (mcnitt@usc.edu).
*Jill McNitt-Gray, Ph.D. *
Biomechanics Research Laboratory, Director
Departments of Biomedical Engineering, Kinesiology, and Biological Sciences
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0652, USA Phone: 213-740-7902 or by email
(mcnitt@usc.edu )
http://www.usc.edu/schools/college/kinesiology/biomech/research.htm