Assistant/Associate Professor in Biomechanics or Motor Control
About The Position
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (https://illinois.edu/) and the Department of Health and Kinesiology (https://hk.illinois.edu/) invite applications for a nine-month, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in Biomechanics or Motor Control. We seek a highly qualified scholar whose work advances understanding of human movement and neuromotor control using experimental, computational, and/or applied techniques. Candidates whose research complements existing departmental strengths in biomechanics, motor control, exercise physiology, neurophysiology, or rehabilitation engineering are particularly encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will contribute to the Department's research, teaching, and service missions, and will have the opportunity to collaborate with interdisciplinary research centers across campus, including the Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology, the Carle Illinois College of Medicine, Disability Resources and Educational Services, the Neuroscience Program, and the Center for Health, Aging, and Disability. Candidates connecting biomechanics and motor control to health technology, rehabilitation, or human performance are especially encouraged.
Requirements
- Earned Ph.D. (or equivalent terminal degree) in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Biomedical Engineering, or a closely related field.
Nice To Haves
- Postdoctoral or equivalent advanced research experience.
- Experience with (or strong potential for) interdisciplinary collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the Department's research, teaching, and service missions
Benefits
- The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio, depending on the position.
- The University of Illinois offers generous employee benefits including health insurance and retirement programs.
- In addition, we also offer our employees tuition waivers and other development opportunities for personal and professional growth, including a Dual Career Academic Couples Hiring Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
