Postdoctoral Fellow - Neural Engineering at Harvard BIONICs Lab - Military veterans preferred

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


Minimum Number of References Required: 2

Maximum Number of References Allowed: 3


Supplemental Questions: Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).



Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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