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Hiring for Graduate Research Assistant
Position Overview
Dr. Rogers-Bradley and Dr. Roach at the University of Calgary are currently recruiting graduate student research assistants interested in pursuing an MSc in Mechanical Engineering (MME) or Biomedical Engineering (BME). Recruitment is for research projects in the areas of powered orthosis development and human biomechanics. Open positions provide a stipend and have an anticipated start date of January 1, 2025.
Summary of key responsibilities
Qualifications/requirements:
How to apply
Interested candidates should send:
To Dr. Rogers-Bradley (emily.rogersbradley@ucalgary.ca ) and Dr. Roach (koren.roach@ucalgary.ca) with the subject line "Application for Research Assistant - your name." Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Applications submitted by August 15, 2024 will receive full consideration.
Note: Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply to funding opportunities available to University of Calgary graduate students. Students with a fellowship or other source of funding will be strongly considered regardless of current availability of open positions.
Position Overview
Dr. Rogers-Bradley and Dr. Roach at the University of Calgary are currently recruiting graduate student research assistants interested in pursuing an MSc in Mechanical Engineering (MME) or Biomedical Engineering (BME). Recruitment is for research projects in the areas of powered orthosis development and human biomechanics. Open positions provide a stipend and have an anticipated start date of January 1, 2025.
Summary of key responsibilities
- Literature Review: Conduct thorough reviews to identify research gaps and summarize relevant findings in mechanical and biomedical engineering.Design and set up experiments, lead data collection and analysis.
- Technical design of mechanisms and actuators, applying first principles concepts to novel designs.
- Maintain records of experimental procedures, data, and analysis processes.
- Work closely with other researchers, faculty, and students, contributing insights and fostering a collaborative research environment.
- Lead the preparation of research papers and conference presentations.
Qualifications/requirements:
- A BSc in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or Kinesiology.
- Prior research experience in biomechanics, human motion analysis.
- Strong work ethic and ability to independently drive research projects.
- Track record of academic publications strongly preferred.
- A minimum of 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 point system, over the past two years of full-time study of the undergraduate degree.
How to apply
Interested candidates should send:
- CV
- Academic transcripts
- Cover letter (< 1 page)
- Writing sample (e.g., published academic papers, conference abstract, course project)
To Dr. Rogers-Bradley (emily.rogersbradley@ucalgary.ca ) and Dr. Roach (koren.roach@ucalgary.ca) with the subject line "Application for Research Assistant - your name." Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Applications submitted by August 15, 2024 will receive full consideration.
Note: Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply to funding opportunities available to University of Calgary graduate students. Students with a fellowship or other source of funding will be strongly considered regardless of current availability of open positions.