Post Doctoral Associate-Torres-Oviedo Lab

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pittsburgh is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate in the Torres-Oviedo Lab to lead experimental activities evaluating mobility as a biomarker for early dementia detection. The role requires a PhD in kinesiology or related field and involves coordinating training, data collection, and biosignal analysis.

The successful candidate will supervise gait and mobility assessments, manage laboratory equipment, and contribute to manuscript preparation while maintaining rigorous records under

Qualifications

• PhD in kinesiology or related field.
• Experience leading human participant studies and mobility assessments.
• Strong background in biomedical engineering or related discipline.
• Leadership and project oversight experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and ensure training protocols for consenting and assessing mobility and cognitive function of human participants are completed and followed.
• Supervise data collection systems and calibration of equipment for mobility data collection.
• Calibrate and supervise laboratory equipment for capturing mobility metrics such as gait asymmetry and walking speed.
• Oversee collection and analysis of biosignals including EMG and prefrontal cortex activity using NIRS.
• Contribute to preparation of scientific manuscripts and maintain meticulous lab records.
• Participate in scientific discussions and training within the Sensorimotor Learning Laboratory under Dr. Gelsy Torres-Oviedo.

Skills

Mobility assessment

Data collection supervision

Biomechanics data analysis

Scientific writing

Education

PhD in kinesiology or related field

Tools

EMG

NIRS

Gait analysis equipment

Data analysis software

Job description

Job Description - Post Doctoral Associate-Torres-Oviedo Lab (26005891)

Bioengineering - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - ( 26005891 )

The Department of Bioengineering is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate in the Torres-Oviedo Lab. The candidate selected for this position will be expected to oversee and manage all experimental activities necessary to investigate the hypothesis that mobility serves as a biomarker for the early detection of dementia. Given the complexity and scope of these responsibilities, the ideal candidate will be a postdoctoral fellow with a strong background in biomedical engineering or a closely related discipline.

Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• The candidate will ensure that all training protocols for consenting and assessing the mobility and cognitive function of human participants are thoroughly completed and adhered to by the research team.
• 2. Supervision of Data Collection Systems:
• The candidate will be proficient in calibrating and supervising the use of specialized laboratory equipment for capturing mobility data, such as gait asymmetry and self-selected walking speed.
• The candidate will oversee the collection and analysis of biosignals, including muscle activity via electromyography and prefrontal cortex activity using near-infrared spectroscopy. Proficiency in advanced data analytical tools will be required.
• The candidate will actively contribute to the preparation of scientific manuscripts and ensure meticulous maintenance of laboratory records.
• To fulfill these duties, the postdoctoral fellow will complete all necessary in-person training and participate in scientific discussions related to their findings within the Sensorimotor Learning Laboratory, under the guidance of Dr. Gelsy Torres- Oviedo.
• This oversight role requires advanced expertise and leadership, making a postdoctoral fellow with relevant experience essential for the successful execution of the project.

The incumbent must possess a PhD in kinesiology or a related field.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category : Full-time regular

Campus : Pittsburgh

Child Protection Clearances : Not Applicable

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.