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The program in Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of Kentucky is seeking a highly motivated student interested in pursuing a PhD with an
emphasis in lower extremity gait biomechanics and muscle function following an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury.
Applicants should have a personal interest in biomechanics, and ACL injuries.
The person in this position will be working directly with Brian Noehren PT, Ph.D.
Qualifications:
1. A degree in Athletic Training and eligibility for licensure in the state of Kentucky
2. Previous experience in research is helpful.
3. Good computer skills.
4. Good oral and written communication skills.
Laboratory: The Human Performance Laboratory at the University of Kentucky currently has 20 eagle motion analysis cameras and multiple force plates
including an instrumented treadmill. Additional equipment includes: a metabolic cart, a Biodex isokinetic dynamometer,
numerous computing facilities, Matlab, Labview, and Visual 3D.
The lab has a close relationship with the School of Medicine and many possibilities exist for research involving imaging and other experimental techniques. The lab is very active with several masters and doctoral students using the lab space for a variety of projects. The position includes a 12 month stipend, as well as a tuition waiver for fall and spring semesters and health insurance. Lexington is a beautiful city situated in the rolling foot hills of the bluegrass region of Kentucky.
There are numerous outdoor activities ranging from climbing to caving and kayaking, all within an hour’s drive.
Lexington also has a rich cultural environment with a strong arts and music scene.
Additionally, Lexington benefits from a very reasonable cost of living and temperate weather. If interested in a funded research assistantship please email a letter of interest which specifies strengths for this position and resume to:
Brian Noehren, PT, PhD, FASCM
b.noehren@uky.edu
Associate Professor
Division of Physical Therapy
University of Kentucky College of Health Sciences
Room 204D, CTW Building 900 South Limestone Street Lexington, KY 40536-0200
emphasis in lower extremity gait biomechanics and muscle function following an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury.
Applicants should have a personal interest in biomechanics, and ACL injuries.
The person in this position will be working directly with Brian Noehren PT, Ph.D.
Qualifications:
1. A degree in Athletic Training and eligibility for licensure in the state of Kentucky
2. Previous experience in research is helpful.
3. Good computer skills.
4. Good oral and written communication skills.
Laboratory: The Human Performance Laboratory at the University of Kentucky currently has 20 eagle motion analysis cameras and multiple force plates
including an instrumented treadmill. Additional equipment includes: a metabolic cart, a Biodex isokinetic dynamometer,
numerous computing facilities, Matlab, Labview, and Visual 3D.
The lab has a close relationship with the School of Medicine and many possibilities exist for research involving imaging and other experimental techniques. The lab is very active with several masters and doctoral students using the lab space for a variety of projects. The position includes a 12 month stipend, as well as a tuition waiver for fall and spring semesters and health insurance. Lexington is a beautiful city situated in the rolling foot hills of the bluegrass region of Kentucky.
There are numerous outdoor activities ranging from climbing to caving and kayaking, all within an hour’s drive.
Lexington also has a rich cultural environment with a strong arts and music scene.
Additionally, Lexington benefits from a very reasonable cost of living and temperate weather. If interested in a funded research assistantship please email a letter of interest which specifies strengths for this position and resume to:
Brian Noehren, PT, PhD, FASCM
b.noehren@uky.edu
Associate Professor
Division of Physical Therapy
University of Kentucky College of Health Sciences
Room 204D, CTW Building 900 South Limestone Street Lexington, KY 40536-0200