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University of Miami · 2 weeks ago

Postdoctoral Associate (Neurophysiology & Neural Engineering)

Miami, FL

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

The University of Miami is seeking a Full Time Post Doctoral Associate to work at UHealth Medical Campus. This role involves conducting scientific research in neurophysiology and neural engineering, focusing on innovative approaches for neuromotor recovery after brain and spinal cord injury.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Conducts research on specific areas of study as assigned

Prepares research reports and technical papers for publishing

Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and theories

Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories

Develops advanced analytical models and systems and provides solutions and analyses to support strategic and tactical decisions

Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets

Provide technical support and perform research experiments in a clinical setting

Operate and maintain equipment and configurations for conducting neuromodulation research studies and protocols involving brain-computer interface (BCI), functional electrical stimulation (FES), transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), and other relevant approaches

Assist with the maintenance of laboratory equipment to ensure safe operation

Assist with setting up data acquisition protocols and preparation of procedures manuals

Teach new lab members how to operate and use the equipment

Assist with conducting clinical and neurophysiological assessments

Help with scheduling research participant visits and communicate with the research team

Maintain supplies of items for research experiments

Assists with processing regulatory documents

Maintain accurate documentation and records of data collected in accordance with the guidelines

Analyze, interpret, and synthesize data and results using scientific and statistical methods

Prepare progress reports and provide updates on experiments and research outcomes to the research team members

Participate in laboratory research meetings and contribute to scientific discussion

Contribute to the publication and presentation of results, writing, and editing materials for publication

Qualification

Biomedical engineeringNeuroscienceClinical researchMatlabData analysisProblem solvingTime managementProject managementTeamworkCommunication skills

Required

MD or Ph.D. in biomedical engineering, neuroscience, kinesiology, or a related field is required

Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data

Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems

Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions

Effective time management skills

Strong project management skills

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both written and verbally

Ability to work as part of a team or independently

Preferred

Prior technical experience with laboratory equipment for human neurophysiology

Computer programming experience with Matlab

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Tuition remission

And more

Company

University of Miami

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At UM you'll join a diverse and energized academic community.

Founded in 1925

Coral Gables, fl, US

5001-10000 employees

http://miami.edu

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