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We are seeking a post-doctoral researcher, starting July 1st, 2024, to work for 3 years on a fully funded project in the Neuromuscular Mechanics Laboratory at Simon Fraser University.
Musculoskeletal simulations that quantify muscle forces during movements have great potential to improve life-long mobility for many persons. However, current musculoskeletal simulations are hindered by their reliable predictions of muscle force, which limits their usefulness in the clinic. In this project we will investigate the use of physiologically enhanced muscle models in simulations of activities of daily living. We will track experimentally measured activities in a series of musculoskeletal simulations, utilizing OpenSim, custom-written muscle models, and direct collocation methods to solve the dynamic optimization problems. We will evaluate the importance of whole muscle structure and function to the dynamics and energetic cost of body movements.
The post-doctoral position will be largely computational, working with previously collected data sets, although there will be opportunity for continued data collection. Applicants will be considered who have expertise and interest in biomechanics, muscle modeling, musculoskeletal simulations and computer programming.
For interested applicants, please submit CV to Dr. James Wakeling (wakeling@sfu.ca) at Department of Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology,
Simon Fraser University, British Columbia, Canada
We are seeking a post-doctoral researcher, starting July 1st, 2024, to work for 3 years on a fully funded project in the Neuromuscular Mechanics Laboratory at Simon Fraser University.
Musculoskeletal simulations that quantify muscle forces during movements have great potential to improve life-long mobility for many persons. However, current musculoskeletal simulations are hindered by their reliable predictions of muscle force, which limits their usefulness in the clinic. In this project we will investigate the use of physiologically enhanced muscle models in simulations of activities of daily living. We will track experimentally measured activities in a series of musculoskeletal simulations, utilizing OpenSim, custom-written muscle models, and direct collocation methods to solve the dynamic optimization problems. We will evaluate the importance of whole muscle structure and function to the dynamics and energetic cost of body movements.
The post-doctoral position will be largely computational, working with previously collected data sets, although there will be opportunity for continued data collection. Applicants will be considered who have expertise and interest in biomechanics, muscle modeling, musculoskeletal simulations and computer programming.
For interested applicants, please submit CV to Dr. James Wakeling (wakeling@sfu.ca) at Department of Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology,
Simon Fraser University, British Columbia, Canada