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Gold Coast Orthopaedic Research and Education Alliance (GCORE), Menzies Health Institute Queensland, Griffith University, Queensland, Australia.
The Gold Coast Orthopaedic Research and Education Alliance (GCORE), formally known as the Centre for Musculoskeletal Research, is situated within the Menzies Health Institute Queensland at Griffith University. The main research areas of GCORE are neuromusculoskeletal engineering and orthopaedics, with focus on the development and use of disruptive technologies to enable personalised management of chronic and acute health conditions. We are looking for qualified and motivated individuals for PhD scholarship positions.
The research project
The research project involves the development and deployment of a computational framework for continuum modelling of the human Achilles tendon. Data have already been collected, and they include 3-dimensional motion capture of walking, running, and other motion trials, with concurrent recordings of ground reaction forces and electromyograms of the major lower-limb muscles. Medical imaging of the Achilles tendon exist in the form of MRI and 3D ultrasound. The major milestone for this project is to create personalised Achilles tendon models from medical imaging to estimate localised Achilles tendon stress and strain during dynamic motor tasks
PhD candidate profile
A successful candidate is expected to hold a bachelor’s degree with first-class honours or second-class honours (Division A) or a master’s degree. These degrees should incorporate a significant research component in either of mechanical engineering, mechatronic engineering, electrical engineer, biomedical engineering, computer sciences, biomechanics, or related degrees. Essential skills include strong knowledge in rigid-multibody and continuum dynamics, and excellent skills in Python and MATLAB (and C++ if possible) programming languages. Evidence of competent work with finite element modelling software (e.g., FEBio, Comsol, ABAQUS, etc.) is required.
PhD scholarship
The current scholarship round closes on the 16th of April 2018. If successful in securing either an Australian or Griffith funded scholarship, the award will provide living allowances and tuition fee for international students for 3-3.5 years. Similarly, there are scholarships and awards available to domestic students. Please note we are willing to consider applications from individuals who have secured research funding from sources other than the Australian government or Griffith University. However, the funding may not be sufficient to support a full 3-4 year PhD project, and as such externally funded PhDs will be scrutinized closely. More information regarding scholarships funded by Griffith University (see GUIPRS and GUPRS): https://www.griffith.edu.au/research-study/scholarships
Research setting and facilities
Situated on the beautiful Gold Coast Campus of Griffith University, our exceptional research facilities include:
We are a large research group, including senior professorial staff, post-doctoral research fellows, and PhD students. Our approach is to work collaboratively, but with a keen focus on research excellence.
Disclaimer
Please note that the University reserves the right to appoint by invitation and to leave positions vacant.
How to apply
If you are interested, please first send via email to Prof David Lloyd (david.lloyd@griffith.edu.au), Prof Rod Barrett (r.barrett@griffith.edu.au), and Dr Claudio Pizzolato (c.pizzolato@griffith.edu.au) the items listed below.
Applicants will be thoroughly evaluated for merit and suitability. Successful applicants will be notified promptly, after which they will be required to apply directly to Griffith University. Prospective candidates are strongly advised to review the Griffith University application process at https://www.griffith.edu.au/research-study/apply. Particular attention should be paid to the documentation required and the standards for excellence. International students are advised to review the requirements for Australian Visa applications.
Gold Coast Orthopaedic Research and Education Alliance (GCORE), Menzies Health Institute Queensland, Griffith University, Queensland, Australia.
The Gold Coast Orthopaedic Research and Education Alliance (GCORE), formally known as the Centre for Musculoskeletal Research, is situated within the Menzies Health Institute Queensland at Griffith University. The main research areas of GCORE are neuromusculoskeletal engineering and orthopaedics, with focus on the development and use of disruptive technologies to enable personalised management of chronic and acute health conditions. We are looking for qualified and motivated individuals for PhD scholarship positions.
The research project
The research project involves the development and deployment of a computational framework for continuum modelling of the human Achilles tendon. Data have already been collected, and they include 3-dimensional motion capture of walking, running, and other motion trials, with concurrent recordings of ground reaction forces and electromyograms of the major lower-limb muscles. Medical imaging of the Achilles tendon exist in the form of MRI and 3D ultrasound. The major milestone for this project is to create personalised Achilles tendon models from medical imaging to estimate localised Achilles tendon stress and strain during dynamic motor tasks
PhD candidate profile
A successful candidate is expected to hold a bachelor’s degree with first-class honours or second-class honours (Division A) or a master’s degree. These degrees should incorporate a significant research component in either of mechanical engineering, mechatronic engineering, electrical engineer, biomedical engineering, computer sciences, biomechanics, or related degrees. Essential skills include strong knowledge in rigid-multibody and continuum dynamics, and excellent skills in Python and MATLAB (and C++ if possible) programming languages. Evidence of competent work with finite element modelling software (e.g., FEBio, Comsol, ABAQUS, etc.) is required.
PhD scholarship
The current scholarship round closes on the 16th of April 2018. If successful in securing either an Australian or Griffith funded scholarship, the award will provide living allowances and tuition fee for international students for 3-3.5 years. Similarly, there are scholarships and awards available to domestic students. Please note we are willing to consider applications from individuals who have secured research funding from sources other than the Australian government or Griffith University. However, the funding may not be sufficient to support a full 3-4 year PhD project, and as such externally funded PhDs will be scrutinized closely. More information regarding scholarships funded by Griffith University (see GUIPRS and GUPRS): https://www.griffith.edu.au/research-study/scholarships
Research setting and facilities
Situated on the beautiful Gold Coast Campus of Griffith University, our exceptional research facilities include:
- A state-of-the-art motion capture laboratory, which include the following equipment: 12-Camera Vicon MX systems, 4 AMTI force plates, 1 Bertec split belt instrumented treadmill, 16-channel Zero Wire EMG system, 16-channel wireless Noraxon EMG system, 16-channel wireless Noraxon IMU system, 1 Noraxon capacitive treadmill, and Medilogic pressure insoles.
- Imaging laboratories (pQCT, DEXA, 3D and acoustoelastography ultrasound systems).
- Motion capture and medical image processing software (Matlab, Mimics, OpenSim, Vicon Nexus, CEINMS, Noraxon MR3, CMISS)
- High-performance computer clusters.
- Cell and molecular biology laboratories with imaging and mechanical testing facilities.
We are a large research group, including senior professorial staff, post-doctoral research fellows, and PhD students. Our approach is to work collaboratively, but with a keen focus on research excellence.
Disclaimer
Please note that the University reserves the right to appoint by invitation and to leave positions vacant.
How to apply
If you are interested, please first send via email to Prof David Lloyd (david.lloyd@griffith.edu.au), Prof Rod Barrett (r.barrett@griffith.edu.au), and Dr Claudio Pizzolato (c.pizzolato@griffith.edu.au) the items listed below.
- CV summarising academic experience
- academic transcripts of all degrees (undergraduate, Honours and any other postgraduate degrees)
- overall GPA for the degree program(s) of 6.0 (out of 7) or higher (or equivalent)
- evidence of having taken postgraduate degree courses which provide training in research methodology
- a copy of Masters or Honours research thesis
- documentation showing official final mark of the research thesis
- copies of the examiners’ reports on the thesis
- official information supplied by the awarding university about the grading system used
- documentation of relevant research experience including:
- copies of articles published in refereed academic journals
- copies of fully refereed full conference paper (> 4 pages long)
- copies of research project work and associated reports
- documentation of research grants received
- two academic references
Applicants will be thoroughly evaluated for merit and suitability. Successful applicants will be notified promptly, after which they will be required to apply directly to Griffith University. Prospective candidates are strongly advised to review the Griffith University application process at https://www.griffith.edu.au/research-study/apply. Particular attention should be paid to the documentation required and the standards for excellence. International students are advised to review the requirements for Australian Visa applications.