Postdoc: Biomechanical Evaluation of Wearable Back Exosuit

Harvard University; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard University is seeking a candidate for a research project with the Biodesign Lab, focusing on biomechanical and clinical evaluations of a back exosuit. Responsibilities include data collection and analysis in clinical and field studies, with regular travel expected. Strong qualifications include a Ph.D. in a relevant field, a background in statistics, and experience in human subjects studies. The role offers opportunities for mentorship, publishing, and participation in international conferences.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a relevant field.
• Strong background in statistics.
• Experience with human subjects studies.
• CITI certified and trained in Good Clinical Practice.
• Experience with participant recruitment and retention methods.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collecting and analyzing data from human subjects.
• Support field study evaluating technology in clinical and industrial settings.
• Organize and quality check survey data.

Skills

Statistics background

Human subjects studies

Attention to detail

CITI certification

REDCap experience

Education

Ph.D. in Biomechanics, Kinesiology, Movement Science, Physiology, Biomedical Engineering

Job description

Harvard University is seeking a candidate for a research project with the Biodesign Lab, focusing on biomechanical and clinical evaluations of a back exosuit. Responsibilities include data collection and analysis in clinical and field studies, with regular travel expected. Strong qualifications include a Ph.D. in a relevant field, a background in statistics, and experience in human subjects studies. The role offers opportunities for mentorship, publishing, and participation in international conferences.