Post Doc Res Assoc

Post Doc Res Assoc

Job Summary

The Neuromechanics and Applied Locomotion Laboratory at the University of Utah is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to work on a funded research study investigating the effects of mild traumatic brain injuries (i.e., concussions) on balance control. The proposed project will investigate reactive balance paradigms during standing and walking. Additionally, the postdoctoral fellow will have the opportunity to collaborate on several other studies in the Neuromechanics and Applied Locomotion Laboratory spanning balance, locomotor control, and rehabilitation. The postdoctoral fellow will work under the direct supervision of Dr. Peter Fino, faculty in the Department of Health & Kinesiology and adjunct faculty in the Departments of Physical Therapy & Athletic Training, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics Center, and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Utah. The postdoctoral fellow will also work in close collaboration with other postdoctoral fellows, research staff, graduate students, and faculty in the Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy & Athletic Training, and collaborative institutions.

Utah is the west at its best! The University of Utah is located in Salt Lake City, in the foothills of the majestic Wasatch Range of the Rocky Mountains. The Salt Lake City region has four distinct seasons, ready access to all outdoor activities including superb skiing at eight world-famous resorts just minutes from campus. The Salt Lake City International Airport is a Delta hub with direct flights to most major US markets and numerous international cities. There is easy access to hiking, biking, camping, and exploring in nearby canyons and in the spectacular red-rock country of southern Utah. Ten National Parks are within a day's driving distance of the University. Salt Lake City also offers professional symphony, ballet, modern dance, opera and theater performances, art galleries, world-class restaurants and professional sports.

The position will stay open until filled. The funding for this position is available for 2 years, and may be renewed for additional years pending the availability of funding. Salary will be commensurate with experience and the NIH post-doctoral salary scale.

Requirement:

• A PhD in a relevant discipline, such as kinesiology, biomechanics, engineering, or rehabilitation science

Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will possess the following preferred qualities:

• Expertise in human balance control during standing and walking, especially in response to perturbations
• Experience conducting human subject research in clinical populations with impaired neuromuscular control, especially those with acute or chronic concussion
• Programming experience (MATLAB, Python, R)
• Experience using biomechanical instrumentation including instrumented treadmills, motion capture, electromyography, and / or wearable inertial sensors
• Familiarity designing, building, and working with new instrumentation and devices to study balance responses
• A track record of journal publications and/or demonstrated interest in neuromuscular control of movement, locomotion, postural control, biomechanics, concussions, rehabilitation, wearable sensors, and / or brain injury
• Knowledge and ability to independently implement statistical analyses
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to excel in both team and individual environments
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

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Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following information combined into a single PDF:

1. Cover letter describing your research interests and motivation for seeking a postdoctoral position including how this position will help achieve short- and long-term goals

2. CV

3. Names and contact information of three references.

Please directly email your application and / or any questions about the position to peter.fino@utah.edu with the subject line "Application for Postdoctoral Fellow".




Requisition Number: PRN40455B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department: 00196 - Health & Kinesiology
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 60,000-70,000 DOE
Close Date: 2/2/2025
Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/174609


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