PhD positions for projects on the neural and biomechanical bases of skilled action in the Department of Human Physiology at the University of Oregon (UO) are available for Fall 2022 in the Motor Skill Lab (https://pages.uoregon.edu/mmar/). We use a range of behavioral and neurophysiological techniques that include functional magnetic resonance imaging, transcranial magnetic stimulation, and biomechanics (kinetics and kinematics) to study the processes by which humans have the remarkable capacity to interact skillfully and dexterously with their environment. We are similarly passionate about what happens when these processes become disrupted as a function of neurological insult (at birth or later in life) or in healthy aging.

Prospective applicants are encouraged to
  1. Review the recommended and minimum criteria for graduate program entry at https://physiology.uoregon.edu/research-phd-program/,
  2. If you meet the criteria, contact Michelle Marneweck (mmar@uoregon.edu) before the application deadline (1 Dec 2021),and
  3. Apply (same link as above).

Candidates with a background in human movement (Human Physiology, Kinesiology, Biomedical Engineering, Neuroscience, Psychology, Neurorehabilitation) are strongly encouraged to apply. Prior research experience with human subjects using biomechanics, neurophysiological and/or neuroimaging methodologies and programming skills are highly desirable.

Competitive compensation packages are available to UO graduate employees that include monthly salary, full-time tuition waiver, mandatory fees subsidy, and subsidized health insurance premiums, including coverage for eligible dependents. More information can be found here: https://gradschool.uoregon.edu/funding/ge

Michelle Marneweck, PhD
Assistant Professor
Human Physiology
University of Oregon