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The Neuromuscular Biomechanics Lab at Montana State University is recruiting a fully funded PhD student starting in Fall 2026. The selected individual will work with Dr. Carolin Curtze on a project focused on wearable inertial sensor systems for continuous monitoring of slip-related falls during daily life.
The student will join the PhD program in Exercise and Nutrition Sciences with a focus on Motor Control and complete the associated curriculum (link below).
Preferred qualifications:
To apply or inquire: Please email a CV, brief statement of research interests/experience, and contact information for references to:
Carolin Curtze, PhD
Carolin.Curtze@montana.edu
Faculty Profile: https://www.montana.edu/fsnk/directory/2630261/carolin-curtze
PhD Program Curriculum: https://catalog.montana.edu/graduate...tion-sciences/
The student will join the PhD program in Exercise and Nutrition Sciences with a focus on Motor Control and complete the associated curriculum (link below).
Preferred qualifications:
- Biomechanics, biomedical engineering, kinesiology, neuroscience, physical therapy, or related field
- Curiosity and capacity to learn
- Commitment to scientific rigor
- Strong data analysis and coding experience
- Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse team
- Experience in programming (e.g., Matlab) is desired, but not required
- Experience in wearable sensor technology or 3D movement analysis (e.g., motion capture, force platforms) is desired, but not required
- Experience in working with clinical populations is desired, but not required
To apply or inquire: Please email a CV, brief statement of research interests/experience, and contact information for references to:
Carolin Curtze, PhD
Carolin.Curtze@montana.edu
Faculty Profile: https://www.montana.edu/fsnk/directory/2630261/carolin-curtze
PhD Program Curriculum: https://catalog.montana.edu/graduate...tion-sciences/