Postdoctoral Fellow - Neural Engineering At Harvard Bionics Lab

Postdoctoral Fellow - Neural Engineering at Harvard Bionics Lab

Position Description: We are looking to hire two 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: 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

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?

Contact Information:

Rebekah Keely - rkeely@g.harvard.edu

Contact Email: rkeely@g.harvard.edu

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