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Open Date 03/18/2026 Requisition Number PRN44505B 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? Yes 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 00196 - Health & Kinesiology Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range 60,000-70,000 DOE Close Date 05/18/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary The Neuromechanics & Applied Locomotion Laboratory at the University of Utah is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to work across multiple funded research studies at the intersection of balance control, wearable sensors, physical therapy rehabilitation, and mild traumatic brain injuries (i.e., concussions). The proposed project will include working with wearable sensors for continuous monitoring of mobility, neuromechanical assessments of balance during standing and walking, and physical therapy interventions to improve balance after concussions. The postdoctoral fellow will have the opportunity to collaborate on several other studies in the Neuromechanics & Applied Locomotion Laboratory spanning balance, locomotor control, and rehabilitation. The postdoctoral fellow will work under the direct supervision of Dr. Peter Fino, faculty in the Department of Health & Kinesiology. The postdoctoral fellow will also work in close collaboration with other postdoctoral fellows, research staff, graduate students, and faculty across the University of Utah and collaborating institutions such as Oregon Health & Science University.

Requirements:

• A PhD in a relevant discipline, such as kinesiology, biomechanics, engineering, or rehabilitation science

Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess the following preferred qualities:

• Expertise in human balance control during standing and walking, especially in response to perturbations
• Expertise using wearable inertial measurement units for assessing balance and mobility
• Experience conducting human subject research in clinical populations with impaired neuromuscular control, especially those with acute or chronic concussion
• Programming experience ( MATLAB , Python, R)
• Experience using biomechanical instrumentation including instrumented treadmills, motion capture, electromyography
• A track record of journal publications and/or demonstrated interest in neural control of movement, locomotion, postural control, biomechanics, concussions, rehabilitation, and / or wearable sensors,
• Knowledge and ability to independently implement statistical analyses
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to excel in both team and individual environments
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

The position will stay open until filled.

The funding for this position is available for 2 years, and may be renewed for additional years pending the availability of funding. Salary will be commensurate with experience and the NIH post-doctoral salary scale.


To apply, please submit the following information combined into a single PDF : 1. Cover letter describing your research interests and motivation for seeking a postdoctoral position including how this position will help achieve short- and long-term goals 2. CV 3. Names and contact information of three references.

Please directly email any questions about the position to peter.fino@utah.edu with the subject line “Application for Postdoctoral Fellow”.

Responsibilities Minimum Qualifications This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

A PhD in a relevant discipline, such as kinesiology, biomechanics, engineering, or rehabilitation science Preferences The ideal candidate will possess the following preferred qualities:

• Expertise in human balance control during standing and walking, especially in response to perturbations
• Expertise using wearable inertial measurement units for assessing balance and mobility
• Experience conducting human subject research in clinical populations with impaired neuromuscular control, especially those with acute or chronic concussion
• Programming experience ( MATLAB , Python, R)
• Experience using biomechanical instrumentation including instrumented treadmills, motion capture, electromyography
• A track record of journal publications and/or demonstrated interest in neural control of movement, locomotion, postural control, biomechanics, concussions, rehabilitation, and / or wearable sensors,
• Knowledge and ability to independently implement statistical analyses
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to excel in both team and individual environments
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary To apply, please submit the following information combined into a single PDF : 1. Cover letter describing your research interests and motivation for seeking a postdoctoral position including how this position will help achieve short- and long-term goals 2. CV 3. Names and contact information of three references.

Please directly email any questions about the position to peter.fino@utah.edu with the subject line “Application for Postdoctoral Fellow”. Additional Information The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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