Postdoctoral Research Associate - Engineering

Postdoctoral Researcher Position

The Seáñez Lab is seeking a postdoc to work on a project aimed at the development of spatiotemporal control of non-invasive stimulation to restore movement in spinal cord injury. The postdoctoral researcher will take a lead role in designing and conducting experiments to assess how people with spinal cord injury learn to control their legs using different stimulation parameters.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Trains under the supervision of a faculty mentor including (but not limited to):

• Design and conduct research experiments following instructions and discussions with principal investigator.
• Develop procedures for data collection and data analysis.
• Subject recruitment and obtaining consent.

Data Analysis:

• Develop data analysis pipeline for collected data.
• Perform statistical analysis for collected data and write interpretative reports.
• Verification of data quality, data management, and make recommendations to improve.

Dissemination of Research:

• Assist with grant preparation and grant/clinical trial reporting.
• Prepare and submit manuscripts based on research project.
• Present research at national and international conferences.
• Conduct literature searches related to research project.
• Train other lab recruits and lab members.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Range: Base pay is commensurate with experience.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Ph.D., M.D. Or Equivalent Terminal Or Doctoral Degree.

Certifications: No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience: No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills: Not Applicable

Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position.

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.