Post Doc Res Assoc

Details

Open Date 09/16/2026

Requisition Number PRN46227B

Job Title Post Doc Res Assoc

Working Title Post Doc Res Assoc

Career Progression Track A00

Track Level

FLSA Code Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

VP Area U of U Health - Academics

Department 00204 - Occupational/Recreational Therapy

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $50k - $72k DOE / DOF

Close Date 12/16/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

The Neural Plasticity Rehabilitation and Movement Dynamics ( NERD ) Lab is looking to hire a full-time Postdoctoral Researcher to understand the mechanisms of motor recovery and develop novel interventions to improve arm and hand function in individuals post-stroke. This is a full-time on-site role for a Postdoctoral Researcher at University of Utah Health in Salt Lake City, UT. The Postdoctoral Researcher will be responsible for recruiting human subjects, collecting and analyzing human biomechanical, neurophysiological, and clinical data. The role involves collaborating with academic partners and contributing to ongoing research projects.

This is a one-year contract that is renewable based on the availability of funds and performance.

Funding is expected to be available for at least 4 years.

Interested candidates should apply with their CV and cover letter (as one PDF file). Questions about this position can be sent to Amit Sethi, Assoc Professor, at[email protected].

Responsibilities

1. Preferable experience in examining neurophysiology (electromyography, non-invasive brain stimulation, spinal reflexes), neuroimaging ( DTI , fMRI), and motor control (kinematics, kinetics)

2. Strong background in Data Analysis and Signal Processing

3. Strong writing skills

4. Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in biomedical engineering/neuroscience/motor control/kinesiology

5. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

6. Ability to work effectively in a team setting

7. Strong communication and presentation skills

8. Flexibility in scheduling work hours around patients schedule, as rates of recruitment span and fluctuate across the calendar year

9. Must be able to work independently while exhibiting a level of judgment that ensures participant safety and adherence to study protocols and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferences

Preferable experience in examining neurophysiology (electromyography, non-invasive brain stimulation, spinal reflexes), neuroimaging ( DTI , fMRI), and motor control (kinematics, kinetics)

Strong background in Data Analysis and Signal Processing

Strong writing skills

Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in biomedical engineering/neuroscience/motor control/kinesiology

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

Ability to work effectively in a team setting

Strong communication and presentation skills

Type Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Interested candidates should apply with their CV and cover letter (as one PDF file). Questions about this position can be sent to Amit Sethi, Assoc Professor, at[email protected].

Additional Information

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