A PhD assistantship position under the mentorship of Dr Clare Milner is available in orthopaedic biomechanics in the rehabilitation sciences program within the Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences at Drexel University. A competitive stipend with tuition waiver is available. Well-qualified applicants with an interest in the biomechanics of lower extremity injury, injury prevention, and rehabilitation are encouraged to apply. More information about Dr Milner’s research interests can be found here: http://www.drexel.edu/physicalTherap...searchStudies/ and here: http://www.researchgate.net/profile/Clare_Milner
Applicants should have graduate training in biomechanics, kinesiology, exercise science, biomedical engineering or a related field. Preferred technical and laboratory skills including biomechanics data collection, use of specialized data analysis software, and professional writing.
More information about the doctoral program can be found on the Department website: http://www.drexel.edu/physicalTherap...ehabilitation/. The mission of the doctoral program in rehabilitation sciences is to prepare Doctors of Philosophy who will take leadership roles as researchers and educators in rehabilitation sciences, and who can conduct research that will ultimately impact the quality of life for individuals with limitations in motor function.
Drexel University’s mission is to serve students and society through comprehensive integrated academic offerings enhanced by technology, co-operative education, and clinical practice in an urban setting, with global outreach embracing research, scholarly activities, and community initiatives. For nearly a decade, Drexel has been ranked in the category of Best National Universities in "America's Best Colleges" by U.S. News & World Report. Drexel also ranked seventh among national universities in the U.S. News list of "Up-and-Comers," those schools most often cited by university administrators nationwide as making "the most promising and innovative changes in the areas of academics, faculty, student life, campus, or facilities."
Drexel is located in the city of Philadelphia, a city rich with history, and a world-class location for business, art, and education.
Interested candidates should contact Dr Milner in the first instance: milner@drexel.edu or 215-762-4974.