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The Knecht Movement Science Laboratory in the Department of Physical Therapy, University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) is looking for a highly motivated post-doctoral fellow to be trained to pursue a career in motor control research applied to multiple sclerosis and similar disorders.
The areas of focus for research are: enhancement of control of posture and gait, performance of functional tasks involving upper extremities, and the development of new rehabilitation approaches.
The laboratory is equipped with a 6-camera motion capture system (VICON), force plates (AMTI, Kistler), a 16 channel EMG system (MA300), Balance Master, EquTest and GaitRite systems, and several specialized test jigs for the study of the neuromusculoskeletal system. The laboratory has both extramural and intramural collaborations.
The requirements of the position include the completion of a doctorate (PhD, MD, DSc.) in rehabilitation sciences, kinesiology, biomechanics, motor control, or a related discipline; proficiency in the design and implementation of human movement research including experience with motion capture and EMG systems and in computer programming (e.g. MATLAB, LabView); experience in working with clinical populations and excellent communication skills. MS experience is not necessary, but an asset.
The postdoctoral fellowship is supported by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. The position is for 1-2 years, available from September 1, 2016 and remains open until the appropriate candidate is chosen.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, curriculum vita, and the contact information for three references to:
Alexander Aruin, PhD.
E-mail: aaruin@uic.edu
The areas of focus for research are: enhancement of control of posture and gait, performance of functional tasks involving upper extremities, and the development of new rehabilitation approaches.
The laboratory is equipped with a 6-camera motion capture system (VICON), force plates (AMTI, Kistler), a 16 channel EMG system (MA300), Balance Master, EquTest and GaitRite systems, and several specialized test jigs for the study of the neuromusculoskeletal system. The laboratory has both extramural and intramural collaborations.
The requirements of the position include the completion of a doctorate (PhD, MD, DSc.) in rehabilitation sciences, kinesiology, biomechanics, motor control, or a related discipline; proficiency in the design and implementation of human movement research including experience with motion capture and EMG systems and in computer programming (e.g. MATLAB, LabView); experience in working with clinical populations and excellent communication skills. MS experience is not necessary, but an asset.
The postdoctoral fellowship is supported by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. The position is for 1-2 years, available from September 1, 2016 and remains open until the appropriate candidate is chosen.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, curriculum vita, and the contact information for three references to:
Alexander Aruin, PhD.
E-mail: aaruin@uic.edu
