The Rehabilitation Biomechanics Laboratory at the University of Michigan is looking for a talented and motivated applicant for a Department of Defense funded postdoctoral research position for two projects related to assessing outcomes with different lower limb prosthetic sockets and feet.
Applications should have a Ph.D. in Biomechanics, Kinesiology, Biomedical Engineering, or related field. The ideal candidate for this position will also have substantial experience in human subjects experiments (motion capture, EMG, etc), and a proven track record of high quality publications. Knowledge of biomechanics, clinical outcomes, signal processing, and statistics would be highly beneficial for this position. In addition to the technical skills outlined above, ideal candidates should have excellent analytical and problem solving skills and must be thriving in both a team and individual environment. The candidate must also have strong organizational and communication skills.
Starting Date: As soon as possible
Location: University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Position is initially for 1 year with the possibility to renew
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Your application should be a single pdf document including a cover letter stating your personal research interest and goals, complete CV with list of publications, copy of 2-3 relevant papers, and names and contact information of three references.
Applications should be send to Deanna Gates: gatesd@umich.edu
Associate Professor, Kinesiology, Biomedical Engineering and Robotics
University of Michigan
