Harvard University
Title: Postdoctoral Fellow - Neural Engineering at Harvard BIONICs Lab
School: Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Department_Area: Bioengineering
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: https://bioniclab.seas.harvard.edu/
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
Additional Qualifications: - Experience in tissue culture, neuromuscular diseases, neuromodulation technologies, biomechanics, human studies
Special Instructions: Required Application documents - CV and 2-3 letters of recommendation
Recommended additional materials: - Cover letter (max 1 page)
- Research statement (max 2 pages)
- 3 representative publications
- Deck of slides (max 10) to describe prior research experience
Supplemental Application Questions to Answer in your Cover Letter: - 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?
SEAS is dedicated to building a diverse and welcoming community.
Contact Information: Rebekah Keely
- rkeely@g.harvard.edu Contact Email: rkeely@g.harvard.edu
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Minimum Number of References Required: 2
Maximum Number of References Allowed: 3
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