Postdoctoral Associate

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Work type:Research Faculty
Senior management: College of Engineering
Department: Biomedical Engineering & Mechanics
Location:Blacksburg, Virginia
Categories:Engineering, Research / Scientific

Job Description

The Kevin P. Granata Biomechanics Laboratory is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join a dynamic multi-center, interdisciplinary team of researchers to develop a prognostic model of second Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury risk. The study team involves researchers and clinicians as part of the ACL-CARE consortium who are dedicated to improving access to quality care for those who have sustained and ACL injury with the goal of decreasing the risk of a second injury following return to unrestricted physical activity. Specifically, the post-doctoral researcher would learn essential skills in clinic based biomechanical testing and analysis as well as the longitudinal tracking of adolescent patients following ACL reconstruction. The position will involve mentoring graduate and undergraduate students in the Granata Lab, working closely with other researchers on lab and clinic-based biomechanics assessments, collaboration with faculty within the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Carilion Clinics, members of the study team at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and collaborators at High Point University. In addition, this position will involve the coordination of a multi-center study that encompasses clinical and biomechanical assessment as well as the review of medical records. The individual in this position will also be expected to assist with grant proposal preparation including the development and submission of a K99/R00 application. In addition, the position will include the publication of research findings in peer-reviewed journals and presentation of research findings at national and international conferences.

Anticipated start date: Fall 2024

Required Qualifications

– PhD in biomedical sciences, biomedical engineering, kinesiology, athletic training, physical therapy, or a related field. PhD must be awarded no more than four years prior to the effective date of appointment with a minimum of one year eligibility remaining.
– Experience in biomechanics data collection methods including and understanding of the following data collection methods: motion capture, in-shoe load measurements, and force plates.
– Must work well in a fast-paced team setting and have experience with mentoring more junior researchers.
– Publication record in peer-reviewed journals and giving presentations at national scientific conferences.
– Willingness to work with adolescent clinical patients and physicians.

Preferred Qualifications

– Expertise in programing (MATLAB or python)
– Working knowledge of statistical analysis (R studio working knowledge is preferred).
– Clinical assessment of sports injuries and previous work in adolescent populations.

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Starting at 56,484; commensurate with experience

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

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