Post Doctoral Research Associate - Human Movement Biomechanics

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Work type:Post Doc (Amherst Only)
Location:UMass Amherst
Department: Kinesiology
Union: Post Doc
Categories:Postdoctoral Research Associate, Research

About UMass Amherst

UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.

Job Description

Seeking a highly motivated and productive individual who is interested in joining our team of investigators. The candidate will be focused on clarifying the causes and consequences of age-related changes in biomechanics and the potential for muscle fatigue to exacerbate these issues.  The focus of the postdoctoral experience will be on using motion capture, dynamometry, electromyography, magnetic resonance imaging and indirect calorimetry to quantify the impact of a locomotor fatigue protocol on the control and coordination of movement. The successful candidate will be mentored by Dr. Boyer and her colleague Dr. Jane Kent in all aspects of the research including the development of new technical and professional skills to set the postdoc up for future success in an academic or industry-based career. 

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field of study (e.g., Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, Biology, Engineering, Physics) with a concentration in Biomechanics.
• Expertise in motion capture and electromyography and conducting human subject’s research
• Demonstrated productivity in publishing papers and presenting at research conferences
• Evidence of potential to foster a diverse working environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise in gait biomechanics
• Fluency in Visual 3D and Matlab or similar programming language
• Statistical expertise
• Experience mentoring undergraduate or graduate researchers
• Experience with writing and managing IRB protocols

Additional Information

• Typical Office Environment
• M-F 40 hours per week

Salary:

NIH Postdoctoral Fellow Stipend. Please note Postdocs at UMass Amherst are part of the PRO Union.  Details of the contract and benefits may be found at https://prouaw2322.org/

Application Instructions

Along with the application, please submit three (3) references or letters of recommendation.

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Advertised:Dec 1 2023 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:Mar 1 2024 Eastern Standard Time