Postdoctoral Fellow - Neural Engineering at Harvard BIONICs Lab

Title Postdoctoral Fellow - Neural Engineering at Harvard BIONICs Lab

School

School Harvard John

A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences

Department/Area

Position Description

We are looking to hire 2 postdoctoral fellows who are motivated, hard working, and creative scientists, engineers, and/or doctors! The lab is committed to fostering lifelong learners in an environment that is diverse, inclusive and respectful. Learn more about our lab here: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

We are recruiting fellows from diverse backgrounds interested in solving tough problems in neural interfacing.

Projects involve peripheral nerve regeneration, mechanoreceptor-specific targeting, and surgical reconstruction for prosthetic interfacing.

Deadline for application:
Apr 15, 2025
Expected

Start Date:

July – Sep 2025

Basic Qualifications

• A PhD in Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and/or Neuroscience
• Extensive experience with at least two of the following: electrophysiology, rodent experimentation, programming of controllers, neuroprosthetics or neuromodulators, peripheral nerve surgery, neural interfacing models
• Track record of disseminating research through impactful publications and presentations (at least 3 first author publications)
• Desire to work in a multidisciplinary and diverse team environment
• Desire to train and collaborate with PhD, MS, and undergraduate lab members
• Willingness to participate in grant writing

• Experience in tissue culture, neuromuscular diseases, neuromodulation technologies, biomechanics, human studies

Required Application documents

• CV and 2-3 letters of recommendation

• 3 representative publications
• Deck of slides (max 10) to describe prior research experience

• What sorts of projects would you like to carry out in the lab?
• What are your greatest strengths and areas you would like to improve on?

Harvard is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, military service, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or other protected status.

Minimum Number of References Required

Minimum Number of References Required 2

Maximum Number of References Allowed

Maximum Number of References Allowed 3

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