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Qualified candidates are sought for one Postdoctoral Research Associate position in the Joint Neural Engineering and Rehabilitation Laboratory of Professor Yuan Yang in the Department of Bioengineering within The Grainger College of Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The Yang laboratories within the Department of Bioengineering and Carle Foundation Hospital are focused on investigating neural mechanisms underlying movement impairments post-stroke and developing targeted therapeutical interventions to facilitate motor recovery. This interdisciplinary research integrates neural engineering approaches and human subject experiments, based on multi-modal brain imaging, non-invasive brain stimulation, electrophysiology signals, robotic devices, and data sciences.
Eligible candidates must have obtained a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree or a DPT/Ph.D. degree with a research interest in NeuroRehabilitation within 10 years of the start date of the position. The ideal candidate should have proper training and skill in doing PT clinical research assessments in participants who have movement disabilities which may include but are not limited to Fugl-Meyer Upper Extremity Assessment, Nottingham Sensory Assessment for Stereognosis and Erasmus MC Modifications to the (revised) Nottingham Sensory Assessment (EmNSA), Modified Ashworth Scale, and Box and Blocks Test. Candidates who have experience and/or strong interest in learning and utilizing neurorehabilitation techniques such as Biodex system, EEG, MRI, non-invasive brain stimulation, or peripheral nerve stimulation will receive priority consideration for this position. Candidates with experience designing and performing studies involving clinical populations or NIH-defined clinical trials will also receive priority consideration for this position.
The Postdoctoral Research Associate is a full-time, benefits-eligible position appointed on a 12-month service basis. The initial appointment is for one year with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding. The anticipated start date is as soon as possible but negotiable. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Candidates who are seeking a combined research and clinical career may contact Professor Yang to discuss the potential for a future career opportunity at Carle Foundation Hospital.
To apply for this position, submit a cover letter including a description of research expertise, a complete C.V., and names and contact information for three references to Professor Yang (yuany@illinois.edu). Please include ‘Postdoctoral Research Associate’ in the subject line of the email. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.
Eligible candidates must have obtained a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree or a DPT/Ph.D. degree with a research interest in NeuroRehabilitation within 10 years of the start date of the position. The ideal candidate should have proper training and skill in doing PT clinical research assessments in participants who have movement disabilities which may include but are not limited to Fugl-Meyer Upper Extremity Assessment, Nottingham Sensory Assessment for Stereognosis and Erasmus MC Modifications to the (revised) Nottingham Sensory Assessment (EmNSA), Modified Ashworth Scale, and Box and Blocks Test. Candidates who have experience and/or strong interest in learning and utilizing neurorehabilitation techniques such as Biodex system, EEG, MRI, non-invasive brain stimulation, or peripheral nerve stimulation will receive priority consideration for this position. Candidates with experience designing and performing studies involving clinical populations or NIH-defined clinical trials will also receive priority consideration for this position.
The Postdoctoral Research Associate is a full-time, benefits-eligible position appointed on a 12-month service basis. The initial appointment is for one year with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding. The anticipated start date is as soon as possible but negotiable. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Candidates who are seeking a combined research and clinical career may contact Professor Yang to discuss the potential for a future career opportunity at Carle Foundation Hospital.
To apply for this position, submit a cover letter including a description of research expertise, a complete C.V., and names and contact information for three references to Professor Yang (yuany@illinois.edu). Please include ‘Postdoctoral Research Associate’ in the subject line of the email. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.