Postdoctoral Research Associate - Engineering
Washington University in St. Louis
Washington, DC, USA · Danforth, ME, USA
Posted on Oct 10, 2025
Position Summary
The Seáñez Lab is seeking a postdoc to work on a project aimed 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.Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Information on being a postdoc at WashU in St. Louis can be found at https://postdoc.wustl.edu/prospective-postdocs-2/.
Trains under the supervision of a faculty mentor including (but not limited to):
Human Subjects Research
- 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.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.Required Qualifications
Education:
Ph.D., M.D. Or Equivalent Terminal Or Doctoral Degree.
Certifications:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Driver's License:
More About This Job
WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.Preferred Qualifications
Education:
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Certifications:
Work Experience:
Skills:
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