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University of Utah

Post Doc Res Assoc

University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193


Open Date:

04/18/2024Requisition Number:

PRN38307BJob Title:

Post Doc Res AssocWorking Title:

Post Doc Res AssocJob Grade:

A00FLSA Code:

AdministrativePatient Sensitive Job Code?

NoStandard Hours per Week:

40Full Time or Part Time?

Full TimeShift:

DayLocation:

Campus, Salt Lake City, UTPay Rate Range:

$50,000-67,000 - Max: DOE and NIH post-doctoral salary scaleOpen Until Filled:

YesJob Summary:The Neuromechanics and Applied Locomotion Laboratory and the Vision Audition and Action in Space and Time (VAAST) Laboratory at the

University of Utah

are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral research associate to work on a funded research study investigating the effects of concussions on spatial navigation and sensorimotor integration using virtual reality. The postdoctoral fellow will work under the direct supervision of Drs. Sarah Creem-Regehr and Peter Fino, and in close collaboration with faculty in the Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, and other faculty in Health & Kinesiology, Psychology, and Physical Therapy & Athletic Training.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.Minimum Qualifications:A PhD in a relevant discipline, such as psychology, kinesiology, biomechanics, biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, or rehabilitation science.Responsibilities:Programming experience (Unity, MATLAB, Python, R).Familiarity with virtual reality (VR) and/or augmented reality (AR) environments.Experience conducting human subject research in populations with impaired neuromuscular control.A track record of journal publications and/or demonstrated interest in cognitive neuroscience, sensorimotor function, neuromuscular control of movement, locomotion, postural control, biomechanics, concussions, 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.To apply:Cover letter describing research interests and alignment with the proposed project.CV.Names and contact information of three references.Contact Information:Please directly email your application or any questions about the position to

peter.fino@utah.edu

or

sarah.creem@psych.utah

with the subject line “Application for Postdoctoral Fellow”.

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