Postdoctoral Fellow and PhD Student: Join our innovative research teams at the Imagination Centre and Neuromuscular Control & Biomechanics Laboratory (NCB-Lab) to develop Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) and autonomous assistive systems for individuals with mobility/cognitive impairments. We are looking for highly motivated candidates to contribute to cutting-edge research projects in collaboration with rehabilitation centers and industry partners. Equity and diversity are integral to our research group, and applicants from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
Designation:
- Postdoctoral Fellow (PhD degree required)
- PhD Student (Master’s degree required)
Research Areas:
- Brain-Computer Interface (BCI)
- Autonomous Assistive Systems
- Neurorehabilitation
- Biomechanics
Location:
- Imagination Centre, Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
- Neuromuscular Control & Biomechanics Laboratory (NCB-Lab), University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Eligibility/Qualification:
- For PhD Student Position:
- Completion of a Master of Science (or Engineering) degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or Computer Science.
- Keen interest and/or experience in biomedical instrumentation, physiological experimentation (e.g., EEG, ECG, EMG), systems identification, control engineering, and deep learning.
- Minimum GPA of 3.3.
- For Postdoctoral Fellow Position:
- Completion of a Ph.D. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or Computer Science.
- Strong publication record in related research areas.
- Proven ability to work independently.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills in English.
Preferred Assets:
- Advanced programming skills (Python/C++ and ROS).
- Experience in wearable instrumentation, biomechatronics, collaborative robotics, adaptive control, and SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping).
- Mechatronic systems design experience.
- Interest and experience in interdisciplinary and translational research in collaboration with healthcare professionals, healthcare systems, and the biomedical industry.
Responsibilities:
- Collect clinical data at hospitals.
- Conduct research in the mentioned fields.
- Establish effective communication and coordination with collaborators.
- Contribute to other research and development projects in both research groups.
- Write research grant or scholarship applications, manuscripts for publication, presentations, and reports.
Learning Opportunities:
- Training of undergraduate and graduate research assistants.
- Development of a learning and development plan in collaboration with the supervisor.
- Formal training in areas such as biomedical data collection and signal processing (e.g., EEG and motion), machine learning, human motion biomechanics, working with ROS and sensors on autonomous mobile platforms, development and validation of heuristic healthcare solutions, equity, diversity, and inclusion, entrepreneurship, and safety.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should send their CV, a cover letter, and the names of three references to Dr. Hossein Rouhani (blab@ualberta.ca), the Director of NCB-Lab.
Deadline: Applications are accepted until September 30, 2023, or until the positions are filled.
For more information on admissions, requirements, professional development, medical benefits, cost of living, and childcare for graduate students or Postdoctoral fellowships at the University of Alberta, please visit https://www.ualberta.ca/graduate-studies/.
