** DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS CLOSE NOV 16th 2018**
Investigators from the Centre for Health, Exercise and Sports Medicine at The University of Melbourne are seeking a MPhil/PhD student with a background in exercise science /kinesiology/physiotherapy/mechanical engineering/biomedical science or related field with an interest in motor control in people with osteoarthritis. The project aims to better understand motor control during walking in people with knee osteoarthritis and how motor control responds to treatments such as exercise.
The Centre of Health, Exercise and Sports Medicine boasts a strong multi-disciplinary team including academics and clinicians with expertise in physiotherapy, biomechanics, exercise science, podiatry and biostatistics. Our main research focus is on the role of conservative strategies in promoting overall health and well-being as well as the prevention and management of musculoskeletal conditions. Our personnel, combined with world-class facilities will ensure you have an opportunity for an unparalleled research experience in the world’s most liveable city Melbourne, Australia.
High quality applicants will be encouraged to apply for a scholarship. Preferably, we are looking for an individual interested in full-time study with:
· Excellent undergraduate/honours grades (scholarship requirements https://scholarships.unimelb.edu.au/...h-scholarships)
· Ability to work co-operatively within an interdisciplinary group
· Ability to work independently
· Proficiency in English
For further information or to express interest in this position please contact Dr Michelle Hall (halm@unimelb.edu.au) with your CV and one-page personal statement by November 16th 2018.
Further information about the Centre for Health, Exercise and Sports Medicine is available at: https://healthsciences.unimelb.edu.a...about-us/chesm
Further information about a research degree is available at:
Investigators from the Centre for Health, Exercise and Sports Medicine at The University of Melbourne are seeking a MPhil/PhD student with a background in exercise science /kinesiology/physiotherapy/mechanical engineering/biomedical science or related field with an interest in motor control in people with osteoarthritis. The project aims to better understand motor control during walking in people with knee osteoarthritis and how motor control responds to treatments such as exercise.
The Centre of Health, Exercise and Sports Medicine boasts a strong multi-disciplinary team including academics and clinicians with expertise in physiotherapy, biomechanics, exercise science, podiatry and biostatistics. Our main research focus is on the role of conservative strategies in promoting overall health and well-being as well as the prevention and management of musculoskeletal conditions. Our personnel, combined with world-class facilities will ensure you have an opportunity for an unparalleled research experience in the world’s most liveable city Melbourne, Australia.
High quality applicants will be encouraged to apply for a scholarship. Preferably, we are looking for an individual interested in full-time study with:
· Excellent undergraduate/honours grades (scholarship requirements https://scholarships.unimelb.edu.au/...h-scholarships)
· Ability to work co-operatively within an interdisciplinary group
· Ability to work independently
· Proficiency in English
For further information or to express interest in this position please contact Dr Michelle Hall (halm@unimelb.edu.au) with your CV and one-page personal statement by November 16th 2018.
Further information about the Centre for Health, Exercise and Sports Medicine is available at: https://healthsciences.unimelb.edu.a...about-us/chesm
Further information about a research degree is available at: