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Postdoctoral research scientist in the Motor Control Research Laboratory directed by Prof. Jacob Sosnoff at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (http://publish.illinois.edu/motorcontrol/).
Applications are invited for a post-doctoral position to work on research projects focusing on mobility and fall risk in special populations. The position involves working on multiple projects within an active lab. The ideal candidate should possess a PhD in kinesiology, mechanical engineering, bioengineering, computer science or related area with graduate research experience in human movement analysis. The candidate should be able to work as an integral part of an interdisciplinary research team, possess strong communication skills, and be highly motivated to succeed. Primary responsibilities will include project management including data collection, analysis, and dissemination of findings. Ongoing projects within the research focus on fall prevention in special populations including multiple sclerosis and spinal cord injury as well as the development of novel health technology. Research within the lab is currently funded by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research and industry sponsors.
Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, research statement, CV, names and contact information of three professional references to jsosnoff@illinois.edu. Review of applications will begin March 22, 2019 and continue until the position is filled. The start date is flexible.
Applications are invited for a post-doctoral position to work on research projects focusing on mobility and fall risk in special populations. The position involves working on multiple projects within an active lab. The ideal candidate should possess a PhD in kinesiology, mechanical engineering, bioengineering, computer science or related area with graduate research experience in human movement analysis. The candidate should be able to work as an integral part of an interdisciplinary research team, possess strong communication skills, and be highly motivated to succeed. Primary responsibilities will include project management including data collection, analysis, and dissemination of findings. Ongoing projects within the research focus on fall prevention in special populations including multiple sclerosis and spinal cord injury as well as the development of novel health technology. Research within the lab is currently funded by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research and industry sponsors.
Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, research statement, CV, names and contact information of three professional references to jsosnoff@illinois.edu. Review of applications will begin March 22, 2019 and continue until the position is filled. The start date is flexible.