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The Position:
Highly motivated applicants with a background in mechanical engineering and biomedical engineering are invited to apply for a fully-funded MSc position in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Ontario Tech University. The position will provide an exciting and interdisciplinary research opportunity to integrate knowledge of musculoskeletal modelling and statistical shape modelling in the field of running biomechanics. The position is fully funded, and the student will be enrolled in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The target start date will be January 2026 (flexible).
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Application Process:
All interested applicants are encouraged to submit their CV, cover letter, and the names of three references to Dr. Tao Liu (tao.liu@ontariotechu.ca). We thank all applicants for their interest, but only the short-listed applicants will be contacted. For full consideration, please submit your application by August 7, 2025.
Highly motivated applicants with a background in mechanical engineering and biomedical engineering are invited to apply for a fully-funded MSc position in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Ontario Tech University. The position will provide an exciting and interdisciplinary research opportunity to integrate knowledge of musculoskeletal modelling and statistical shape modelling in the field of running biomechanics. The position is fully funded, and the student will be enrolled in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The target start date will be January 2026 (flexible).
Required Qualifications:
- Experience with musculoskeletal modelling software (OpenSim/AnyBody)
- Proficiency with programming language (Python/MATLAB).
- A minimum GPA of 3.6 on a 4.0 scale
- English Proficiency (an overall score of 6.5 or higher for IELTS)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and proven ability to work independently.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Hands-on experience with data collection is an asset.
- Background in mechanical engineering or biomechanics.
Application Process:
All interested applicants are encouraged to submit their CV, cover letter, and the names of three references to Dr. Tao Liu (tao.liu@ontariotechu.ca). We thank all applicants for their interest, but only the short-listed applicants will be contacted. For full consideration, please submit your application by August 7, 2025.