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Assistant Professor in the areas of Motor Control, Motor Learning
Job no: 559265
Work type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track
Location: Fullerton
Categories: Unit 3 – CFA – California Faculty Association, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time, Faculty – Health Sciences
Department of Kinesiology
College of Health and Human Development
Assistant Professor
Fall 2027
The Department of Kinesiology at California State University, Fullerton invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the areas of Motor Control, Motor Learning, or related disciplines with an appointment to begin Fall 2027. This position is open to candidates with training in a variety of areas, but preference will be given to scholars whose training and work focuses on balance and postural control, neuromotor function, and fall prevention in aging populations. Primary teaching assignments will include both introductory and upper-level motor control and motor learning courses (e.g., Human Motor Control and Learning, Motor Control and Movement Dysfunction, Physical Activity and The Aging Process, Functional Performance Assessment and Programming for Older Adults, Advanced Study in Human Motor Control and Learning).
Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment
This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. CSUF complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
In addition, California State University, Fullerton is a leading public university known for its strong academic programs and commitment to student success. As one of the largest campuses in the CSU system, Cal State Fullerton fosters innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. The university values teaching, research, and service, creating an environment where students, staff, and faculty can thrive. Cal State Fullerton is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution. The university also received the prestigious Seal of Excelencia in 2021 and 2024 from Excelencia in Education, the nation’s leading authority on Latinx student success. Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer with a diverse student population of over 45,000 and a faculty and staff population of 4,000. Cal State Fullerton is firmly committed to helping students achieve academic excellence, career success, and economic mobility. Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a meaningful impact. We continuously seek individuals from various disciplines who share the university’s mission and core values. We welcome you to consider joining the Titan community.
CSUF is committed to retaining all faculty and has established affinity groups you can join to support your success.
Position
CSUF faculty are committed teacher/scholars who bring research and creative discovery to life for students in classrooms, labs, studios, and individually mentored projects. They teach broadly in the curricula of their departments, advise students, and serve on departmental and university-wide committees. The primary responsibilities of the person in this position will include the development and teaching of introductory and core courses in the discipline, and the development of courses in their area(s) of specialization. Specific courses that this person may teach include Human Motor Control and Learning, Motor Control and Movement Dysfunction, Physical Activity and The Aging Process, Functional Performance Assessment and Programming for Older Adults, and Advanced Study in Human Motor Control and Learning. This person will also be responsible for producing scholarship / creative work commensurate with the requirements for tenure. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to and participate in the life and development of the department, advise students, serve on committees, and participate in the broader university and disciplinary communities.
Required Qualifications
- Earned doctorate in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Neuroscience, or a related field by the time of appointment;
- A strong foundation/training in Motor Control and/or Motor Learning theories and research techniques;
- Demonstrated ability/potential to provide high-quality undergraduate and graduate education;
- Demonstrated ability/potential to work with a diverse student population, including first-generation college students;
- Record of scholarship in their respective area of specialization; and
- A demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion in teaching, scholarship, and/or service.
Preferred Qualifications
The Department is particularly interested in candidates with:
- Expertise in balance and postural control, fall prevention, or neuromotor rehabilitation, particularly in aging populations;
- Demonstrated ability or potential to secure external funding;
- Experience with interdisciplinary collaboration across kinesiology, aging science, gerontology, physical therapy, or public health; and
- Familiarity/experience with high-impact teaching practices (such as service-learning or community-based learning).
Application
A complete online application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply, please visit http://hr.fullerton.edu/workforce/careers.html, choose full-time faculty, search for the position 559265, and provide the following required materials:
- A letter of intent addressing the required and preferred (if applicable) qualifications listed above, including teaching experience, service experiences, and a brief overview of research agenda (submitted as a single pdf)
- A curriculum vitae
- Research statement detailing, 1) scholarly agenda, (2) accomplishments, (3) work in progress, and (4) future plans and two representative samples of scholarship (submitted as a single pdf).
- Teaching statement detailing, 1) teaching philosophy, 2), teaching experience and qualifications, 3) courses most suited to teach, 4), three different samples of teaching materials previously or currently used (or equivalent), such as course assignments, course syllabi (if applicable), lectures, or lesson plans (submitted as a single pdf).
- Graduate Transcripts (unofficial copies are sufficient for initial review)
- A candidate statement on commitment to inclusive excellence (no more than 500 words):
- Inclusive excellence is a strategic framework that recognizes the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in achieving organizational success and high-quality learning and teaching. It’s a way of thinking and acting that integrates these values into all aspects of an institution, from curriculum and pedagogy to recruitment and hiring. Essentially, it means that excellence is not just about achieving high standards, but also about ensuring that all members of the community have the opportunity to thrive and contribute (Williams et al., 2005).
- With the Inclusive Excellence Statement, we aim to learn about the applicant’s perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting and engaging with a diverse student population. This statement should showcase the candidate’s professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to teach and create an academic environment supportive of all students, including but not limited to those of diverse ages, abilities, cultures, ethnicities, gender identities, languages, religions, and sexual orientations.
- Cal State Fullerton serves a student body that reflects the rich cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic mosaic of Southern California. Please provide concrete examples of how you, as a faculty member, will support our students in one or more of the following areas, which fall under the areas of awareness and understanding, experience and commitment, and future plans.
- Your contributions (past, present, or future) to embedding perspectives that are reflective of the student population into your teaching and/or scholarship.
- Your experience in service activities that are reflective of a diverse student population.
- Your experience and commitment to mentoring and providing opportunities to a diverse student body inside and outside the classroom environment.
- Your experience integrating creative activities that are inclusive of the identities of our student body and communities.
- a list of three references with relevant contact information
- Finalists must submit three letters of recommendation. Please have these ready for the referents to submit. On the References page of the online application, enter information and email addresses for three referents who will provide a confidential letter of reference for your application. At the appropriate time in the search process, they will receive a request via email along with information on uploading the letter. You can verify that CSUF has received each letter by logging back into your applicant portal.
Please direct all questions about the position to Dr. Do Kyeong (DK) Lee at dolee@fullerton.edu or call (657)278-3334.
Application Deadline
To be assured full consideration, all application materials must be received by October 1st, 2026. The anticipated appointment date is August 16, 2027.
Compensation
The Assistant Professor (Academic Year) classification salary range is $6,221 to $13,224 monthly (12 monthly payments per academic year). The anticipated hiring range is $6,803 to $6,939 per month ($81,636 to $83,268, annually).
Salary offered is commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, the California Equal Pay Act prohibits employers from paying its employees less than those of the opposite sex and/or another race or ethnicity for substantially similar work (https://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/california_equal_pay_act.htm).
Summer research grants, moving expenses, start‐up funds, and a reduced teaching load may be available.
CSUF Benefits
An excellent comprehensive benefits package includes health/vision/dental plans; spouse, domestic partner, and dependent fee‐waiver; access to campus child‐care; and a defined‐benefit retirement through the state system and optional tax-sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits, please visit https://hr.fullerton.edu/total-wellness/.
New employees hired by the CSU for the first time who first become CalPERS members on or after July 1, 2017, are subject to a 10-year vesting period for retiree health and dental benefits.
Additional Information
Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.
International Candidates
California State University, Fullerton, is not currently sponsoring any new H-1B petitions for staff, management, or faculty positions.
For tenure-track faculty positions, California State University, Fullerton is currently not sponsoring H-1B applicants subject to the $100,000 fee established by the “Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers” issued on September 19, 2025. Individuals in the U.S. who hold a valid lawful nonimmigrant status visa can have a petition filed on their behalf to change their status to H-1B without being subjected to the fee. For example, the fee does not apply to an H-1B petition filed by an individual presently in the U.S. who is an F-1, J-1, or O-1 status holder.
CSU Policies
The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be formally offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self‐disclose.
Notice of Non-Discrimination based on Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator (https://www.fullerton.edu/civilrights/index.html#box5)
In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. It requires hiring employees to perform CSU-related work within the State of California. The employee must be able to accept on-campus instruction, as assigned, and come to campus when needed. The CSU also prohibits hiring and retaining employees working permanently from a business location outside of the United States.
Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
Fully Funded PhD/PostDoc Position Motion Analysis & XR Rehabilitation for Bionic Prosthetics
Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin is one of Europe’s leading academic medical centers, combining more than 300 years of excellence in patient care, research, and education. With four campuses, around 100 clinics and institutes, and 17 interdisciplinary centers, Charité is internationally recognized for its scientific impact and consistently ranks among the world’s top hospitals.
BG Klinikum Unfallkrankenhaus Berlin (ukb) is one of Germany’s largest specialized trauma hospitals and a leading center for acute care, rehabilitation, and translational research. With more than 730 beds, 17 operating theatres, a dedicated research center, a comprehensive rehabilitation facility, and the Center for Bionics, ukb provides a unique environment for developing and translating innovative technologies into clinical practice.
We offer the opportunity to work at a high scientific level in an experienced research team at the intersection of research and clinic in a joint PhD at the Charité and Unfallkrankenhaus Berlin. Our extensive interdisciplinary infrastructure enables local as well as international co-operations across life sciences, technology and medicine. We strongly support first-author publications, international conference participation, research stays abroad, grant writing, and independent project development. This fully funded position provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to innovative research and make a significant impact in the field of extremity reconstruction.
The successful candidate will contribute to their own research projects as well as ongoing projects including motion tracking after prosthetic fitting, XR-based rehabilitation, and biophysiological data recording for sensorimotor assessment in limb reconstruction. Available infrastructure includes a state-of-the-art motion analysis laboratory with a multi-camera Vicon motion capture system, pressure distribution analysis, HD-sEMG/iEMG, EEG, eye tracking, ultrasound, physiological monitoring systems, as well as XR technologies. Candidates interested in translating digital technologies into real-world clinical applications are particularly encouraged to apply.
Located in Berlin, Charité and UKB offer an inspiring environment for both professional and personal growth. Berlin’s dynamic scientific community and diverse cultural landscape provide endless opportunities for enrichment and networking. Opportunities for long-term academic development and independent research leadership are available for outstanding candidates.
Key Responsibilities
- Research: Develop and conduct innovative research projects in motion analysis, sensorimotor assessments, virtual rehabilitation (XR/VR), and bionic prosthetics. This includes designing experimental studies, acquiring and analyzing kinematic, physiological, and clinical data, applying advanced data processing and machine learning approaches, and publishing findings in peer-reviewed journals. Postdoctoral candidates will be encouraged to take a leading role in project development, grant applications, and student supervision.
- Projects: Develop and validate digital technologies for clinical rehabilitation, including motion tracking systems, extended reality applications, and human-machine interfaces. Conduct studies in patients with upper or lower limb amputations, and neuromuscular disorders to investigate movement quality, functional recovery, prosthetic control, and pain-related outcomes. Translate research findings into clinically applicable assessment and rehabilitation tools.
- Collaboration: Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of researchers, clinicians, and on campus prosthetic technicians. Engage in international cooperations across medicine and technology.
Qualifications
- Master’s or PhD degree in biomedical engineering, medical informatics, computer science, cognitive science, or a related technical or scientific discipline.
- Programming experience in Matlab, Python, C#, Unity 3D or comparable.
- Experience with biomedical assessment, analysis, and data processing (EMG, motion tracking, eye tracking, etc.).
- Experience with motion capture, biomechanics, machine learning or signal processing is highly desirable.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Previous research experience demonstrated through publications, conference presentations, software development, or project involvement is advantageous.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Due to patient interaction, German B2 and higher is required.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams of clinicians, engineers, and researchers.
- High level of motivation, scientific curiosity, and commitment to translational research.
- Enthusiasm for learning new methods and technologies and for developing innovative solutions to clinical challenges.
We Offer
- Full funding for 3 years as per the German public service pay scale according to DFG regulations (PhD, TV-L E13/65%). The contract will comply with section 2.1 of WissZeitVG regulations with possibility of extension and permanent position after 6 years (PostDoc, TV-L E13/E14 100% depending on experience).
- Opportunity to work in a high-caliber research team within leading academic and research environment.
- Access to extensive interdisciplinary infrastructure and resources for conducting collaborative, advanced research.
- Open and pleasant working atmosphere. Options for flexible working hours to accommodate work-life balance.
Application Procedure
- Prospective candidates are invited to submit the following application materials as a single PDF file via email to the contact address provided to the right. Please ensure that your application is marked with the Code PROS2026 and submit:
a detailed CV, academic transcripts, certificates, and contact information for two references, - a motivation letter (2 pages) outlining your motivation for applying, relevant project and research experience, technical expertise, and professional development goals,
- a brief research statement (1 page) describing how you would utilize the available biomechanical and XR infrastructure to address clinically relevant research questions.
- Application deadline: The review of applications will commence immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Early submission is highly encouraged to ensure full consideration.
Application contact:
Dr. Cosima Prahm, PhD MSc BA
Head of Center for Clinical Research
Center for Bionics
Department of Hand, Replantation and Microsurgery BG Klinikum Unfallkrankenhaus Berlin
Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin
Germany
cosima.prahm@charite.de
PhD Candidate in Biomechanics (PREDOC) / Lab Manager
Employment level: 32 hours/week
- Conducting a PhD project in biomechanics
- Independent planning, execution and documentation of biomechanical studies in collaboration with (clinical) project partners in accordance with scientific quality standards
- Design and manufacture of biomechanical testing equipment
- Contributing to university teaching within the department
- Management of the Biomechanics Laboratory at KL including placing orders, organising equipment maintenance, repairs and managing the stored biological samples
- Supervision and training of project staff and students in the laboratory
- A relevant Master’s degree (e.g. Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Biomedical Engineering, etc.)
- Applicants already holding a PhD are not eligible
- In-depth knowledge of biomechanical measurement technology (material and/or implant testing, including mechatronics and measurement data analysis)
- Very good command of English. German language skills are beneficial but not required
- Process-oriented, precise, structured approach to work with a strong ability to prioritise
- Open-minded, resilient and flexible personality with a professional attitude
The minimum gross monthly salary for full-time employment (40 hours/week) is € 3.500,-, paid 14 times per year (minimum annual gross salary: € 49.000,-). Willingness to offer a higher salary depending on qualifications and experience.
We look forward to receiving your application. Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and processed according to the principle of “first come, first served”. Early application is therefore strongly encouraged, as the position may be filled before the application deadline.
Please apply online at https://www.kl.ac.at/en/university/career-kl, quoting reference number “2623”, by 15th September 2026.
We look forward to receiving your online application – please use the application platform directly. >>>
Research Associate
Research Associate
20795BR
Cardiff School of Engineering
Research
Advert
Research Associate
Musculoskeletal Biomechanics Research Facility (MSKBRF)
Cardiff School of Engineering
The Musculoskeletal Biomechanics Research Facility has been awarded EPSRC funding for an exciting research project led by Cardiff University, collaborating with Imperial College London.
This post presents an opportunity to work with an internationally recognised research teams (UK, US and Belgium), and industry partners on the development a Multi-platform pipeline for engineering human knee joint function (ENGIN KNEE). For this project, we will combine state of the art methods, ranging from advanced computer modelling (in silico), through robot driven testing of implanted knees (in vitro), to 3-dimensional X-ray imaging of moving patients (in vivo) with Machine Learning driven analysis, to deliver a knee joint analysis pipeline capable of driving surgical innovation beyond 2030.
The work program, based at Cardiff University, and in collaboration with Katholik University Leuven, Belgium and University of Florida, USA, will develop and validate test protocols and musculoskeletal models in the MSKBRF Dynamic X-ray imaging and Motion Analysis Laboratories. Employing state-of-the-art techniques alongside novel concepts, robust institutional and industry collaboration and continuous engagement with clinicians and patients, the project will enable the development of new, realistic, practical musculoskeletal models to understand knee loading and stability in patients having total knee replacement surgery.
In your role, you will conduct research involving the development and validation of subject specific musculoskeletal models, knee movement and loading. These will be generated from data collected in our bespoke, in vivo, dynamic, dual plane X-ray imaging facility, where video X-ray is synchronised with motion capture (marker based and markerless). Data from patients and healthy volunteers will be generated in collaboration orthopaedic surgeons who are project partners based at the the Cardiff and Vale Orthopaedic Centre. The resulting outputs and new high-fidelity models with provide inputs to the in the bespoke in vitro robot testing facility at Imperial College and contribute to the multiplatform pipeline to inform testing and modelling standards and produce open access databases for use across the research community.
Your main duties would include:
• Working with research collaborators to develop and refine research methodologies and protocols to achieve project goals.
• Developing high fidelity, subject specific, musculoskeletal models from data collected in the laboratory from human research participants, with subsequent analyse and comparison of outputs, according to project requirements.
• Liaising with research team, clinicians, volunteer participants and members of the public regarding the research project aim and objectives and informed consenting processes.
This post is full time (35 hours per week) from the 1st November 2025 and is fixed term until 31st January 2027.
Salary: £41,064 – £46,049 per annum (Grade 6). It is not expected that an appointment be made above Grade 6 Point 32, £41,064 per annum.
Job ref: 20795BR
For informal enquiries about the post please contact Professor Cathy Holt, Dr David Williams, and Ms Jenny Williams Holt@cardiff.ac.uk, WilliamsD37@cardiff.ac.uk, and WilliamsJ154@cardiff.ac.uk
For further details about working at Cardiff School of Engineering please contact Enginadmin@cardiff.ac.uk
Date advert posted: Friday, 16 January 2026
Closing date: Sunday, 1 February 2026
The School of Engineering holds an Athena SWAN Bronze Award that recognises good employment practice and a commitment to develop the careers of women working in science. Cardiff University is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. For this vacancy we actively encourage women to apply. We will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share opportunities.
Cardiff University is a signatory to the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA), which means that in hiring and promotion decisions we will evaluate applicants on the quality of their research, not publication metrics or the identity of the journal in which the research is published. More information is available at: Responsible research assessment – Research – Cardiff University
Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job Description
Research
• To conduct research within the area of motion analysis and musculoskeletal modelling in the laboratories housed in the Musculoskeletal Biomechanics Research Facility and contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University by the production of measurable outputs including bidding for funding, publishing in national academic journals and conferences, and the recruitment and supervision of postgraduate research students. To develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research including research funding proposals
• To attend and or present at conferences/seminars at a local and national level as required
• To undertake administrative tasks associated with the research project, including the planning and organisation of the project and the implementation of procedures required to ensure accurate and timely reporting
• To prepare research ethics and research governance applications as appropriate
• To review and synthesise existing research literature within the field
• To participate in School research activities.
• To build and create networks both internally and externally to the university, to influence decisions, explore future research requirements, and share research ideas for the benefit of research projects
Other
• To engage effectively with industrial, commercial and public sector organisations, professional institutions, other academic institutions etc., regionally and nationally to raise awareness of the School’s profile, to cultivate strategically valuable alliances, and to pursue opportunities for collaboration across a range of activities. These activities are expected to contribute to the School and the enhancement of its regional and national profile.
• To undergo personal and professional development that is appropriate to and which will enhance performance.
• To participate in School administration and activities to promote the School and its work to the wider University and the outside world
• Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
Qualifications and Education
1. Postgraduate degree at PhD level (or nearing completion / submission) in a related subject area or relevant industrial experience
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
2. An established expertise and proven portfolio of research and/or relevant industrial experience within the research field of Musculoskeletal Biomechanics and Modelling:
3. Knowledge of current status of research in specialist field
4. Proven ability to publish in national/international journals, present at national/international conferences and produce other relevant research outputs
5. Knowledge and understanding of competitive research funding to be able to develop applications to funding bodies
Communication and Team Working
6. Proven ability in effective and persuasive communication
7. Ability to supervise the work of others to focus team efforts and motivate individuals
Other
8. Proven ability to demonstrate creativity, innovation and team-working
9. Proven ability to work without close supervision
Desirable Criteria
1. Relevant professional qualification(s) in in one or more of the areas of Engineering, Medical Engineering, Biomechanics, Musculoskeletal Modelling, Movement Science
2. Proven ability to adapt to the changing requirements of the Higher Education community.
3. Evidence of collaborations with industry / NHS
4. Evidence of ability to participate in and develop both internal and external networks and utilise them to enhance the research activities of the School.
Additional Information
IMPORTANT: Evidencing Criteria
Candidates should evidence that they meet ALL of the essential criteria as well as, where relevant, the desirable criteria. As part of the application process you will be asked to provide this evidence via a supporting statement. Please ensure when submitting this document / attaching it to your application profile you name it with the vacancy reference number, in this instance, 20795BR
Salary Range Min.
41,064
Salary Range Max.
46,049
Job Category
Academic – Research
Grade
Grade 6
Research Associate (m/f/d) – Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in
Research Associate (m/f/d) – Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in
Institute Institute of Biomechanics
Remuneration EG 13 TV-L
ID: 37525WM3
Start of employment May 1st 2026
Application deadline January 31st 2026
Scope full time, fixed term until April 30th 2030
The Institute for Biomechanics at the Hamburg University of Technology has a strong focus on research and teaching in the field of numerical and experimental biomechanics. We offer a Research Assistant position in a highly dynamic group that is financed by the German Research Foundation (DFG) in the framework of the Research Unit FOR5177:
“The dynamics of the spine mechanics, morphology, and motion-towards a comprehensive diagnosis of low back pain”
The aim of the project is to develop musculoskeletal and finite element computer models to investigate how muscle forces result in internal mechanical signals (strains/stresses) within the lumbar spine and how they are related to tissue adaptation processes in patients with lumbar pain. The project will be perfomed in tight collaboration with the group Prof. Hendrik Schmidt at the Berlin Institute of Health (Charite Universitätsmedizin Berlin), who will perform in vivo measurements of spine kinematics in subjects with and without lumbar pain.
YOUR TASKS
- Develop musculoskeletal computer models of the lumbar spine
- Couple musculoskeletal models to finite element models
- Validate computer models with experimental data from ou r collaborators
- Publication of results in scientific journals and at national and international conferences
- Attend consortium meetings and collaborate with other partners involved in the Research Unit
YOUR PROFILE
Requirements
- Completed scientific university studies, in particular in the subject mechanical or biomedical engineering
Desired knowledge and personal skills
- Well-founded background in one or more of the following areas: mechanics, biomechanics, finite element modeling, computational mechanics
- Strong programming and computer modelling sk ills
- Excellent communication skills
- Fiuent English : oral and written (B2/C1)
OUR OFFER
- A job in an interesting, friendly and appreciative working environment
- Intensive induction/ onboarding
- Flexible and family-friendly working conditions
- Possibility of mobile working
- 30 day vacation per year
At the heart of TU Hamburg’s research, teaching and transfer of technology is the guiding principle of developing technology for people. The TU Hamburg sees itself in this context as a family-friendly and sustainable university with high performance and quality standards that strives for excellence in all its research fields. Interdisciplinarity, innovation, regionality and internationality are binding principles in our actions.
With currently around 8.000 students, 110 professors and 1.650 employees, the TU Hamburg is characterised by short decision-making processes and close cooperation between the board, the institutes, the deans of studies, the research areas and the administration. We identify ourselves with a modern leadership culture and cultivate appreciative interaction.
For further information please contact Prof. Dr. Sara Checa Esteban, Tel.-Nr. +49 40 30601 3053, Email: sara.checa@tuhh.de.
We value diversity, therefore all applications are welcome, regardless of gender, gender identity, ethnic origin, nationality, age, religion and belief, disability, sexual orientation and identity or social background.
The TUHH stands for equal opportunities as well as appreciative and respectful cooperation.Please send your complete application documents (cover letter, curriculum vitae in table form, proof of completed training and/or university degree, job references or certificates of employment) via the online application system.
Notice for graduates of foreign educational qualifications:
Please submit proof of all obtained university degrees and, if available, the recognition of your educational qualifications in Germany (e.g. anabin excerpts and/or acknowledgement of previous employers).
Stipend PhD (three years)
Orthopedic Clinic – Hannover Medical School, Laboratory for Biomechanics and Biomaterials
Stipend PhD (three years)
The Hannover Medical School (MHH), with around 10,000 employees, is the largest state-owned enterprise in Lower Saxony. It is an independent university institution for research and teaching in human and dental medicine as well as a university hospital providing supramaximal care. Research, teaching, patient care, and administration work hand in hand in an integrated model on the MHH campus.
The student receiving the stipend will be co-advised by an Orthopedic Surgeon and Researcher with expertise in the biomechanics of the Musculoskeletal System.
Project: Physics-based deep learning framework for personalized implantation of hip prostheses
The stipend is associated with the Hannover Biomedical Research School (HBRS). HBRS is an interdisciplinary graduate school for physicians (MD/PhD, MBBS, Dr.med.) and life scientists (Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Engineering, and Veterinary Sciences): HBRS
The specific Project is associated with the Project A01 of the Interdisciplinary Collaborative Research Center SIIRI (Safety-Integrated and Infection-Reactive Implants): SIIRI, Project A07
Qualifications:
We are searching for candidates with:
- A Master of Science in biomedical-engineering, biomechanics, or other associated discipline
- Demonstrated active engagement in Research in at least two of the following areas:
- Experimental musculoskeletal biomechanics
- Numerical simulation methods: of either human motion, joint mechanics,
bone mechanics or similar - Machine Learning in a human motion or biomechanical context
- Very good English spoken and written communication skills
- A commitment to cooperate and interact with researchers from other disciplines
- The desire to work engage in and actively contribute to a highly multidisciplinary team of students, scientists, and physicians
- A high degree of self-motivation, and a results-oriented work ethic
- One or more conference abstract or scientific publication
We offer you:
- A stipend of 1700€ monthly for three years: HBRS, GUIDE
- Collegial training in a motivated and interdisciplinary team
- Active Participation in SIIRI as a Ph.D. candidate, and access to other projects within the framework of the consortium.
- Personal and professional development opportunities – supported by our wide range of internal and external training and continuing education programs
Please address your application to: Prof. Christof Hurschler (Hurschler.Christof@mh-hannover.de)
Research Assistant HPL (a) 80%
Research Assistant HPL (a) 80%
Our Research Group Human Performance Lab at the Department of Teaching, Research and Development is seeking a Research Assistant (MSc level) to join our research team starting on January 1, 2026 or later. The group’s primary focus is functional outcome research (neuromuscular/biomechanical) based on data collected in our in-house laboratory.
Your responsibilities
- Lead and support patient assessments, including data collection, processing and data control.
- Support the planning, design and execution of functional outcome research studies.
- Collaborate closely with clinical teams, including orthopaedic surgeons, physiotherapist, radiologists.
- Assist in scientific writing and communication, including manuscript preparation, conference abstracts, and dissemination of findings to both academic and clinical audiences.
- Supervise and mentor Master students, providing guidance on research design, data assessment, analysis and scientific writing.
Your profile
- Master’s degree (MSc) in Health Science and Technology, Movement Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Physiotherapy or a related field.
- Solid knowledge and experience in neuromuscular and biomechanical data collection and analysis. Direct experience in high-density surface EMG decomposition and marker-based motion capture is required.
- Expertise in programming skills (Phyton, Matlab, R) and sound knowledge of statistical methodology and data science, ideally in relation to EMG and motion capture data.
- Sound knowledge of all aspects of the clinical research process from planning to publication, in accordance with Good Clinical Practice procedures.
- Excellent organizational and planning skills, with the ability to prioritize day-to-day tasks, meet deadlines and work with a variety of staff and teams.
- Excellent English (spoken and written, especially scientific/medical English).
- German language skills (minimum: comprehension level), or strong willingness to learn.
- Well-developed communication and social skills.
What we offer
We offer a Research Assistant role in a well-established and growing research environment. You will benefit from a modern and dynamic work environment with attractive employment conditions at one of Europe’s leading orthopedic clinics. The role offers flexible working hours with an expected on-site presence of at least 60% of the employment, collaboration with supportive peers and leadership, and opportunities for professional development and scientific contribution. The role includes responsibilities within the research group and the chance to make a meaningful impact on patient care and the clinic’s long-term success.
If you are interested, we look forward to receiving your online application.
For further information about this position, please contact Dr. Nicola Maffiuletti, Head of Research Group Human Performance Lab, nicola.maffiuletti@kws.ch.
W2 Professorship for Oral Technology
The University of Bonn is an international research university with a wide education and re-search profile. With a 200-year history, approximately 31,500 students, more than 6,000 staff, and an excellent reputation at home and abroad, the University of Bonn is one of the most important universities in Germany and is recognized as a university of excellence.
At the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Bonn, a
W2 Professorship for Oral Technology
is to be filled at the earliest opportunity.
The future holder of the position is to represent Oral Technology within research and teaching. The professor assumes the task of managing the section of the same name within the Center for Dental, Oral, and Maxillofacial Medicine. The duties of the advertised position include maintaining and expanding the interdisciplinary scientific structure. An interest in research questions within oral medicine, knowledge of orofacial biomechanics, numerical analysis, methods within artificial intelligence and modeling or materials science, above-average moti-vation and flexibility, and an excellent capacity for teamwork and willingness to cooperate across disciplines are required. It is expected that the successful candidate will establish and apply for a collaborative project for university dentistry with an interdisciplinary orientation and a thematically focused research program.
Networking with the key areas of research at the clinics of the Center for Dental, Oral and Maxillofacial Medicine, University Hospital Bonn and other faculties of the University of Bonn is expressly desired, whereby particular attention must be paid to the use of cognitive systems within a clinical context. Scientific excellence should be demonstrated through appropriate high-quality publications and the acquisition of third-party funding. It is expected that the ap-plicant will be fully involved in teaching at the center. Managerial experience and the ability to cooperate and work in a team are required.
The successful candidate must have completed a university degree in natural science, engi-neering, dentistry or medicine and have a habilitation or evidence of equivalent academic achievements. Experience in teaching in accordance with section 36 of the Higher Education Act of North Rhine-Westphalia (Hochschulgesetz NRW) is preferable.
The University of Bonn stands for diversity and equal opportunities. It is certified as a family-friendly university and has a dual career service. Its aim is to increase the proportion of women in areas where women are underrepresented and particularly support their careers. It thus expressly encourages suitably qualified women to apply. Ap-plications are handled in accordance with the Law on Equality between Women and Men for the State of North Rhine-Westphalia (Landesgleichstellungsgesetz). Ap-plications from suitable candidates with a verified severe disability and persons with an equivalent status are also particularly welcome.
Qualified candidates are asked to apply via the Appointment Portal of the University of Bonn (https://berufungsportal.uni-bonn.de/openProcedureList.do). The application can be submitted in German or English by 28th July 2025.
Dean’s Office in the Faculty of Medicine
University of Bonn
Venusberg-Campus 1| Haus 33, 53127 Bonn
You can find information on the application procedure at the following link: (https://www.medfak.uni-bonn.de/de/fakultaet/karrierewege/akademische-karri-ere/berufung)
Head of Research Group Lower Extremities – 100%
The Schulthess Clinic in Zurich is one of Europe’s leading orthopedic hospitals employing over 1,300 dedicated professionals. Our mission is to relieve patients’ pain and restore their mobility, helping people regain their quality of life. As a specialist clinic, we focus on orthopedic surgery, neurology, rheumatology and sports medicine. We are also proud to serve as a Swiss Olympic Medical Center.
Our Department of Teaching, Research and Development is seeking a motivated scientist to lead the research activities of the “Lower Extremities” group, starting on October 1, 2025, or by mutual agreement. The group’s primary focus is Outcomes Research based on data collected in our in-house registries. Further details about the clinic’s research priorities and publications can be found on the research section of our website.
Head of Research Group Lower Extremities – 100%
Positional Overview
The Head of Research for the Lower Extremities Group plays a key leadership role within the Schulthess Clinic’s Teaching, Research & Development (TR&D) department. This role is responsible for shaping and driving the strategic and operational direction of the group, delivering clinically relevant, high-impact research aligned with the clinic’s mission. We are looking for a visionary leader with a strong scientific background, proven expertise in applied data science, and a track record of securing competitive funding.
Your Responsibilities
- Lead our research group on lower extremity orthopaedics, including registries, predictive modeling and translational outcomes
- Develop and implement a research agenda aligned with the clinic’s overall strategy
- Collaborate closely with our clinical departments, especially with the clinicians in the lower extremities department
- Supervise and mentor junior researchers and clinicians
- Secure competitive external research funding
- Publish in high-impact journals and present at leading international conferences
- Contribute to teaching and continuing education activities
- Represent the clinic in professional societies and strategic networks
- Ensure the ongoing development, management, and expansion of current and future registries focused on the lower extremities and adherence to ethical standards and internal policies
- Act as the department’s applied data science expert, contributing advanced analytical insights, modeling techniques, and data-driven strategies
- Build and strengthen strategic collaborations with academic partners, industry stakeholders, and research institutions to foster innovation, collaborative projects, and knowledge exchange
- Ensure fiscal responsibility, optimize resource utilization, and maintain financial transparency
Your Profile
- PhD and postdoc experience in orthopaedic research, applied data science, biomedical engineering, or a closely related field
- Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in academic or clinical research
- Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals
- Proven success in securing external research funding
- Expertise in applied data science, clinical registries, and predictive modeling
- Additional strengths in one or more of the following: biomechanics, medical imaging, implant design, medical devices, or biomarkers
- Fluency in English and at least basic German knowledge and willingness to learn are required.
- Strong interpersonal and team leadership skills
- Demonstrated commitment to collaborative and strategic research
We Offer
We offer a leadership role a well-established and growing research environment. You will benefit from a modern and dynamic work environment in one of Europe’s leading orthopedic clinics, flexible working hours with the expectation of a minimum 60% on-site presence, supportive peers and leadership, fostering professional growth and scientific excellence, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care and contribute to the long-term success of the clinic.
If you are interested, we look forward to receiving your online application. Please upload a 2-page research statement in addition to the required documents via the online portal.
For further information about this position, please contact Prof. Dr. Annegret Mündermann, Chair of
Research, annegret.muendermann@kws.ch.
Online Application
Lengghalde 2, CH-8008 Zürich, Tel. +41 44 385 71 71, www.schulthess-klinik.ch
Doctoral researcher for “Personalization of musculoskeletal models, movement analyses and simulations”
Doctoral researcher for “Personalization of musculoskeletal models, movement analyses and simulations”
The Biomechanical Motion Analysis and Creation (BioMAC) group in the Chair of Autonomous Systems and Mechatronics (ASM) at the Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) invites applications for a doctoral position on personalization of musculoskeletal models, movement analyses and movement simulations.
Background:
This research is part of the Collaborative Research Centre (CRC) 1483 Empatho-Kinaesthetic Sensor Technology (EmpkinS, www.empkins.de), funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG, Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft). In EmpkinS, we investigate novel sensor and data transmission technology, as well as functional models of the human body and algorithms that enable an unobtrusive, contactless acquisition of movement parameters and through these data, insight into the body’s physiological and behavioral state. With around 20 exciting subprojects, 24 principal investigators, and over 30 doctoral researchers working within the CRC, EmpkinS provides a globally visible, highly interdisciplinary, and exciting research environment. We are looking for a doctoral researcher (Dr.-Ing.) to work on the subproject “C01 – Personalization of musculoskeletal models, movement analyses and simulations”. In C01, we research accessible personalization of musculoskeletal models, movement analyses, and movement simulations. The aim of this research is to understand why individuals move differently and how their movement is influenced by their body composition and its internal state. The doctoral researcher will develop and validate methods to personalize musculoskeletal models from unobtrusive measurements. Furthermore, they will investigate the effect of psychological stress on movement and develop a method to predict movement changes due to such stress. The project will be conducted in close collaboration with clinical and technological experts.
Work Environment
The BioMAC group is part of the ASM chair at FAU, one of the largest universities in Germany. FAU has faculties in humanities, law, science, medicine, and engineering. FAU’s mission statement “Moving Knowledge” reflects the close collaboration between these faculties. The BioMAC research group is part of the engineering faculty and aims to understand human movement by combining machine learning with physics-based modeling and use this knowledge to improve gait, e.g. by designing better exoskeletons and prosthesis. Detailed information on ongoing projects is available on our website, via our publications and upon request. The doctoral studies are embedded in the CRC’s own graduate school including a structured, interdisciplinary program with other researchers from engineering, humanities, and medicine.
Requirements:
Candidates for this position should have a master’s or comparable degree in Biomedical Engineering or a related discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering). Knowledge of one or several of the areas of optimal control, machine learning, or biomechanics is desired. The ideal candidate shows strong enthusiasm towards research, independence, and has excellent teamworking abilities.
Program details and contact for application/questions:
The position’s start date is September 1st or later. Funding is available for at least 3 years; an extension is possible. Prospective applicants should apply to the email address listed below with a cover letter, academic CV and a list of courses and grades of their most recent degree. Applications will be processed from May 12th, but accepted until the position is filled.
Contact: Prof. A. Koelewijn (anne.koelewijn (a t) fau.de)
Website: https://www.asm.tf.fau.de/en/startseite/research/biomac/
