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NEURALLY INTEGRATED PROSTHESES FOR LOWER LIMB AMPUTEES
The Department of Biomedical Engineering at ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ and the
Cleveland VA Medical Center are inviting highly motivated individuals to apply for a new postdoctoral
position dedicated to studying the functional effects of a neurally integrated prosthesis
for individuals with lower limb loss. This unique opportunity involves activating peripheral
sensory nerves with high-density nerve cuff electrodes and deriving command and control
signals from muscles in the residual limb and elsewhere. The work will be performed in the
laboratories of Drs. Hamid Charkhkar & Ronald Triolo. The fellow will be intimately involved
with characterizing the responses elicited by sensory stimulation, analyzing myoelectric
activities, interfacing with advanced robotic lower limb prostheses, and determining their
effects on gait biomechanics, dynamic stability, and confidence in various environments.
Candidates should possess:
• A doctoral degree in a discipline related to biomedical engineering, neural engineering,
mechanical engineering, or kinesiology.
• Research experience with human subjects, particularly with neurological impairments.
• Demonstrated expertise in gait and movement analysis.
• Fundamental knowledge of sensory-motor neurophysiology, biomechanics of gait and
posture, and human motor control.
• Strong programming, data analysis, and computational skills.
• Productive history or good potential of generating peer-reviewed publications.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Willingness to guide and mentor trainees on biomechanical aspects of the project.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Applicants must be motivated and independent self-starters with a Ph.D. or equivalent. U.S.
Citizenship or Permanent Residency is strongly preferred but not required. Qualified
candidates should send a CV, research statement, and names of two references to:
Careers@aptcenter.org
ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer and
does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or
citizenship or veteran status as provided by law.