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Open Postdoctoral and PhD Researcher Positions
Collaborative Research: Multi-scale models of muscle spindles to understand and control sensorimotor function
PI: Lena Ting, Emory University and Georgia Tech
Co-PIs: Tim Cope and Greg Sawicki, Georgia Tech; Ken Campbell, University of Kentucky
We are seeking motivated researchers to join an NIH-funded research project at Emory University and Georgia Institute of Technology. This is a highly interdisciplinary neuromechanics project combining computer simulations and bench-top experiments in nervous system electrophysiology and muscle mechanics to understand the role of proprioceptive signals in human motor control and their dysfunction in neurological disorders such as sensory neuropathy, Parkinson’s disease, Cerebral Palsy as well as natural aging. A long-term goal is to develop mechanistic interventions (e.g., exercise, drug therapy, wearable robotics) that can mitigate sensory deficits during movement.
Job Description:
• Work collaboratively with the investigators to computationally and/or experimentally identify key mechanisms underlying proprioceptive encoding.
• Design, execute, analyze, and publish in at least two of the three following areas:
- in silico computer simulations to characterize and understand function of propioceptors based on muscle mechanics, neuron membrane characteristics, and musculoskeletal biomechanics.
- in vivo experiments to characterize and understand function of proprioceptive afferents, particularly muscle spindles.
- in vitro experiments to characterize and understand function of proprioceptive afferents in the context of muscle fiber mechanics.
The successful applicant will drive an interdisciplinary collaboration, and will be responsible for learning, communicating and synthesizing knowledge across diverse disciplines. Strong analytical and programming skills are required. The position will be focused on development, implementation and experimental validation of in silico neuromechanical models. Motivated, independent, individuals with strong analytical and/or computer programming skills are invited to apply. Strong relevant experience and coursework in neurophysiology, physiology or muscle mechanics, as well as a strong desire to gain expertise in another field is required.
Minimum Requirements for postdoctoral position:
- Ph.D. in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering, Neuroscience, Muscle Mechanics, or related field.
- Proven track record of successfully executing research projects in electrophysiology, muscle mechanics, sensorimotor control, biomechanical or neural simulation.
Minimum Requirements for pre-doctoral position:
- Acceptance into one of the following PhD Programs: GT/Emory Biomedical Engineering, GT Mechanical Engineering (BioE) or Biological Sciences, GT QBioS or Emory Neuroscience.
- Research experience in electrophysiology, muscle mechanics, sensorimotor control, biomechanical and/or neural simulation.
Contact: Lena Ting (lting@emory.edu), Greg Sawicki (gregory.sawicki@me.gatech.edu) and/or Timothy Cope (tim.cope@gatech.edu)
Collaborative Research: Multi-scale models of muscle spindles to understand and control sensorimotor function
PI: Lena Ting, Emory University and Georgia Tech
Co-PIs: Tim Cope and Greg Sawicki, Georgia Tech; Ken Campbell, University of Kentucky
We are seeking motivated researchers to join an NIH-funded research project at Emory University and Georgia Institute of Technology. This is a highly interdisciplinary neuromechanics project combining computer simulations and bench-top experiments in nervous system electrophysiology and muscle mechanics to understand the role of proprioceptive signals in human motor control and their dysfunction in neurological disorders such as sensory neuropathy, Parkinson’s disease, Cerebral Palsy as well as natural aging. A long-term goal is to develop mechanistic interventions (e.g., exercise, drug therapy, wearable robotics) that can mitigate sensory deficits during movement.
Job Description:
• Work collaboratively with the investigators to computationally and/or experimentally identify key mechanisms underlying proprioceptive encoding.
• Design, execute, analyze, and publish in at least two of the three following areas:
- in silico computer simulations to characterize and understand function of propioceptors based on muscle mechanics, neuron membrane characteristics, and musculoskeletal biomechanics.
- in vivo experiments to characterize and understand function of proprioceptive afferents, particularly muscle spindles.
- in vitro experiments to characterize and understand function of proprioceptive afferents in the context of muscle fiber mechanics.
The successful applicant will drive an interdisciplinary collaboration, and will be responsible for learning, communicating and synthesizing knowledge across diverse disciplines. Strong analytical and programming skills are required. The position will be focused on development, implementation and experimental validation of in silico neuromechanical models. Motivated, independent, individuals with strong analytical and/or computer programming skills are invited to apply. Strong relevant experience and coursework in neurophysiology, physiology or muscle mechanics, as well as a strong desire to gain expertise in another field is required.
Minimum Requirements for postdoctoral position:
- Ph.D. in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering, Neuroscience, Muscle Mechanics, or related field.
- Proven track record of successfully executing research projects in electrophysiology, muscle mechanics, sensorimotor control, biomechanical or neural simulation.
Minimum Requirements for pre-doctoral position:
- Acceptance into one of the following PhD Programs: GT/Emory Biomedical Engineering, GT Mechanical Engineering (BioE) or Biological Sciences, GT QBioS or Emory Neuroscience.
- Research experience in electrophysiology, muscle mechanics, sensorimotor control, biomechanical and/or neural simulation.
Contact: Lena Ting (lting@emory.edu), Greg Sawicki (gregory.sawicki@me.gatech.edu) and/or Timothy Cope (tim.cope@gatech.edu)