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Fully Funded PhD Position in Kinesiology (Neurorehabilitation and Motor Behavior) at University of Georgia
The Motor Control and Neurorehabilitation Lab of the University of Georgia is recruiting 1-2 highly motivated PhD student(s) to start in Spring 2026 or Fall 2026 (start date is flexible) under Shijun Yan. This is a full-time, on-site position within UGA’s Kinesiology PhD program.
The student(s)’ research will focus on neurorehabilitation, with the goal of improving motor function (i.e., balance, gait, etc) in individuals with neurological conditions. Please visit this page to find Dr. Yan's research interests.
Preferred Qualifications:
This position will be fully funded through research/teaching assistantships which cover tuition for four years and provide a competitive stipend.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should email the following materials as a single PDF to Shijun Yan at shijun.yan@uga.edu.
The University of Georgia (UGA), located in Athens, Georgia, is the state's flagship public research university and the oldest state-chartered university in the United States. In the 2024 U.S. News & World Report rankings, UGA is ranked:
The UGA campus blends historic architecture with modern facilities, set in the heart of Athens, a vibrant college town known for its music, culture, and quality of life. Located about 70 miles from Atlanta, Athens provides an affordable and stimulating environment for students.
The student(s)’ research will focus on neurorehabilitation, with the goal of improving motor function (i.e., balance, gait, etc) in individuals with neurological conditions. Please visit this page to find Dr. Yan's research interests.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor or Master’s degree in kinesiology, biomechanics, biomedical engineering, mechanical/electrical/mechatronics engineering, or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred.
- Prior research experience in robotics, human movement science, or rehabilitation science
- Strong motivation for translational, interdisciplinary research
- Experience with programming (Matlab, LabView, Python, or statistical software) is a plus
- Biomechanical analysis of gait
- Neurophysiological assessment (i.e., Electromyography, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, Electroencephalogram)
- Data collection of human behavioral research (motor control & cognition)
- Scientific writing and presentation
- Clinical interaction and research with patient populations
This position will be fully funded through research/teaching assistantships which cover tuition for four years and provide a competitive stipend.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should email the following materials as a single PDF to Shijun Yan at shijun.yan@uga.edu.
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Cover letter detailing research interests and motivation for pursuing a PhD
- Research statement or summary of relevant experiences (up to 2 pages, single line space)
- Contact information for 2–3 references (letters not required at this stage)
The University of Georgia (UGA), located in Athens, Georgia, is the state's flagship public research university and the oldest state-chartered university in the United States. In the 2024 U.S. News & World Report rankings, UGA is ranked:
- #47 nationally among all universities (public and private)
- #20 among top public universities in the United States
The UGA campus blends historic architecture with modern facilities, set in the heart of Athens, a vibrant college town known for its music, culture, and quality of life. Located about 70 miles from Atlanta, Athens provides an affordable and stimulating environment for students.