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PhD Position in Biomechanics/Osteoarthritis
A new Ph.D. student position in the Department of Kinesiology and Health is available at the Integrative Human Biomechanics Group in Biomecahcnis Lab, directed by Dr. Huang at Georgia State University. The lab’s research is focused on using multidisciplinary research methods to identify modifiable risk factors and develop treatment and prevention strategies to decrease disease burden and improve the quality of life for individuals with or at risk for joint pathologies. Opportunities will exist to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of clinicians and academic faculty at GSU, Georgia Institute of Technology, and Emory University.
The preferred starting date: Fall 2025 semester.
Research Focus:
The successful candidate will work on projects involving the influence of gait modification on muscle coordination and gait efficiency to improve physical activity in people with knee osteoarthritis.
Qualifications requirement:
Application Process:
Interested candidates please send CV and personal statement to Dr. Huang (chuang14@gsu.edu) with the email subject “Prospective PhD Student in Kinesiology at GSU”.
Information about the Kinesiology Ph.D. program and admission requirements can be found here (https://www.gsu.edu/program/phd-kine...rehabilitation)
About GSU:
Georgia State University, founded in 1913, has a mission of excellence in research, teaching, and service. With six campuses throughout metro Atlanta, this major research university is a national leader in graduating students from diverse backgrounds and provides its world-class faculty and more than 52,000 students with unsurpassed connections to the opportunities available in one of the 21st century’s great global cities. Classified as RU/H (Research University/High Research Activity), Georgia State University is the only urban research university in Georgia and the largest university in the state, with students coming from every county in Georgia, every state in the nation, and from over 145 countries.
The Department of Kinesiology and Health is home to the Exercise Science undergraduate and graduate program, one of the most popular majors at Georgia State University. The Kinesiology and Health Department serves over 1000 graduate and undergraduate students annually in Exercise Science, Health and Physical Education, and Sports Administration, with a reputation for excellent teaching in a diverse student body. Faculty have a history of external funding from the National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of State, U.S. Department of Education, corporations, and various private agencies and organizations, and collaborate with various organizations on and off the university campus. The department supports state-of-the-art research and teaching laboratories in biomechanics, applied physiology, muscle biology, cardiovascular physiology, sports business, and physical education pedagogy.
A new Ph.D. student position in the Department of Kinesiology and Health is available at the Integrative Human Biomechanics Group in Biomecahcnis Lab, directed by Dr. Huang at Georgia State University. The lab’s research is focused on using multidisciplinary research methods to identify modifiable risk factors and develop treatment and prevention strategies to decrease disease burden and improve the quality of life for individuals with or at risk for joint pathologies. Opportunities will exist to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of clinicians and academic faculty at GSU, Georgia Institute of Technology, and Emory University.
The preferred starting date: Fall 2025 semester.
Research Focus:
The successful candidate will work on projects involving the influence of gait modification on muscle coordination and gait efficiency to improve physical activity in people with knee osteoarthritis.
Qualifications requirement:
- A bachelor's or master’s degree in sports medicine, athletic training, kinesiology, exercise science, rehabilitation science, DPT, or related field.
- Past experience conducting experimental and human studies.
- Past experience using motion analysis systems and force plates.
- Past experience using EMG, and metabolic testing system (preferred).
- Proficient in Matlab (preferred).
Application Process:
Interested candidates please send CV and personal statement to Dr. Huang (chuang14@gsu.edu) with the email subject “Prospective PhD Student in Kinesiology at GSU”.
Information about the Kinesiology Ph.D. program and admission requirements can be found here (https://www.gsu.edu/program/phd-kine...rehabilitation)
About GSU:
Georgia State University, founded in 1913, has a mission of excellence in research, teaching, and service. With six campuses throughout metro Atlanta, this major research university is a national leader in graduating students from diverse backgrounds and provides its world-class faculty and more than 52,000 students with unsurpassed connections to the opportunities available in one of the 21st century’s great global cities. Classified as RU/H (Research University/High Research Activity), Georgia State University is the only urban research university in Georgia and the largest university in the state, with students coming from every county in Georgia, every state in the nation, and from over 145 countries.
The Department of Kinesiology and Health is home to the Exercise Science undergraduate and graduate program, one of the most popular majors at Georgia State University. The Kinesiology and Health Department serves over 1000 graduate and undergraduate students annually in Exercise Science, Health and Physical Education, and Sports Administration, with a reputation for excellent teaching in a diverse student body. Faculty have a history of external funding from the National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of State, U.S. Department of Education, corporations, and various private agencies and organizations, and collaborate with various organizations on and off the university campus. The department supports state-of-the-art research and teaching laboratories in biomechanics, applied physiology, muscle biology, cardiovascular physiology, sports business, and physical education pedagogy.