University of Arizona · 6 days ago
Postdoctoral Research Associate, Biomedical Engineering
Tucson, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelThe University of Arizona is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Postdoctoral Research Associate to join an NIH-funded project focused on developing next-generation neuroprosthetic devices for amputees. The successful candidate will lead research activities related to regenerative neural interfaces and work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to integrate neural signals with robotic limb control systems.
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Responsibilities
Lead research activities related to regenerative neural interfaces, including material development, device fabrication, and surgical implantation in animal models
Perform acute and chronic in vivo recording and stimulation of peripheral nerves using multi-electrode arrays
Process and analyze complex neural data to segregate motor and sensory regenerating axons and decode movement intent signals
Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team of engineers, neuroscientists, and surgeons to integrate neural signals with robotic limb control systems
Mentor graduate and undergraduate students, prepare research findings for publication in high-impact journals, and present at national and international conferences
Assist with the preparation of grant reports and new funding proposals
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, Neuroscience, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related discipline obtained within the last four years. The selected candidate must have a conferred Ph.D. upon hire
Demonstrated experience in neurophysiology, neural engineering, or bioelectronics medicine
Proficiency in data acquisition and analysis software (e.g., MATLAB, Python)
Strong track record of scientific publications and presentations
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a research team
Preferred
Experience with in vivo animal models, peripheral nerve surgery, and histological techniques
Demonstrated familiarity with biomaterial development and microfabrication techniques for implantable devices
Experience with advanced signal processing techniques for neural decoding and encoding
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Paid vacation
Sick leave
Holidays
U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members
Access to U of A recreation and cultural activities
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Company
University of Arizona
University of Arizona is a public research university that offers bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and professional degree courses.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$88.9MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyGoogle.orgNational Science Foundation
2024-12-10Grant· $0.61M
2024-06-04Grant· $1M
2023-09-07Grant· $30M
Leadership Team
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