Fully funded Masters/PhD positions in Computational FEA modelling of the spine/trauma biomechanics - University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada
The Western Engineering for Spine and Trauma (WEST) Lab (Victoria Hospital, London, Ontario, Canada) are seeking applications from talented and motivated PhD students and Master’s students.
WEST Lab is a part of The University of Western Ontario, and is a collaborative academic research group consisting of engineers and orthopaedic surgeons, using engineering methods, techniques and approaches to address major research questions in orthopaedic surgery. Students at WEST Lab will work within Victoria Hospital, and collaborate directly with surgeons.
Desired student profile
We encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including people with disabilities, LGBTQI+ people, and people from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds. WEST Lab is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should complete this FORM and email a copy of your transcript & CV (max. 2 pages, including previous publications) to irene.yang@uwo.ca. This will be followed by an interview including a presentation by the candidate about their research experience and questions. If you require any support or adjustments to enable you to participate in any element of the recruitment process you can contact irene.yang@uwo.ca.
Additional information: Graduate Programs at Western University
Not essential: All applicants are strongly encouraged to seek scholarship funding opportunities to improve their personal resumes. To facilitate this, we will support suitably talented and competitive candidates funding applications. Of particular note: Ontario Graduate Scholarships (OGS) and QEII Graduate Scholarships in Science and Technology (QEIIGSST).
The Western Engineering for Spine and Trauma (WEST) Lab (Victoria Hospital, London, Ontario, Canada) are seeking applications from talented and motivated PhD students and Master’s students.
WEST Lab is a part of The University of Western Ontario, and is a collaborative academic research group consisting of engineers and orthopaedic surgeons, using engineering methods, techniques and approaches to address major research questions in orthopaedic surgery. Students at WEST Lab will work within Victoria Hospital, and collaborate directly with surgeons.
Desired student profile
Masters | PhD |
Canadian citizen, Permanent Resident | Preferred: Canadian citizen, Permanent Residents |
Have a Bachelor’s degree/be near completion in a relevant engineering field, e.g. mechanical, biomedical, or related fields. | Have a Masters/be near completion in a relevant engineering field, e.g. mechanical, biomedical, or related fields. |
Previous experience with one of the following: biomechanics, mechanical testing or implant design. | Self-motivated and independent with a strong background at least one of the following: biomechanics, mechanical testing or implant design. |
Previous experience with: CAD software, FEA software, biomechanics testing (non-essential). | Hands-on experience with: CAD software, FEA software, biomechanics testing (non-essential). |
Keen to supervise undergraduate students | Keen to supervise Masters/undergraduate students |
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should complete this FORM and email a copy of your transcript & CV (max. 2 pages, including previous publications) to irene.yang@uwo.ca. This will be followed by an interview including a presentation by the candidate about their research experience and questions. If you require any support or adjustments to enable you to participate in any element of the recruitment process you can contact irene.yang@uwo.ca.
Additional information: Graduate Programs at Western University
- Mechanical and Materials Engineering:
- Biomedical Engineering
Not essential: All applicants are strongly encouraged to seek scholarship funding opportunities to improve their personal resumes. To facilitate this, we will support suitably talented and competitive candidates funding applications. Of particular note: Ontario Graduate Scholarships (OGS) and QEII Graduate Scholarships in Science and Technology (QEIIGSST).
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