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Faculty - Human Engineering Research Laboratories - 26005723

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Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Schedule
Full-time
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Job overview

The University of Pittsburgh’s Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation seeks full-time doctoral-level faculty researchers for the Human Engineering Research Laboratories at the Assistant Professor, non-tenure-stream rank. The role supports externally funded research and development through funding, protocol design, data collection and analysis, publication, mentoring, committee service, and professional engagement. Candidates should bring relevant experience and effective mentoring, leadership, communication, and collaboration abilities.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

MentoringLeadershipInterpersonal CommunicationWritten CommunicationOral CommunicationStakeholder InteractionOrganizational SkillsTeachingParticipatory Research and DevelopmentRehabilitation ResearchAssistive TechnologyCollaborative Teamwork

Qualifications

PhD, MD, DO or EquivalentPhD in Rehabilitation Science, Engineering, Computer Science or Related5+ Years Relevant Experience

Full job description

The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is currently accepting applications for full-time doctoral-level faculty researchers to work within the Human Engineering Research Laboratories (HERL) at the rank of Assistant Professor, non-tenure stream. A PhD, MD, DO, or equivalent degree in Engineering, Sciences or Medicine is required. Compensation package will be commensurate with experience and accomplishment. Responsibilities will include: • Secure peer-reviewed funding and collaborate in the conduct of research and development. • Create, design, and participate in research protocols, data collection and analysis. • Dissemination of research and development through peer-reviewed publications and presentations. • Advise and mentor students and post-docs who are working on research and development projects. • Serve on HERL and other committees as approved by the HERL Director. • Engage in scholarly activity and participate as part of an interdisciplinary team to conduct and support an externally funded peer-reviewed research and development program. • Participate in professional development activities and demonstrate leadership or leadership potential within profession. • Represent HERL through service on university-level committees and in the broader community. Qualifications: Candidates should have skills to be an effective faculty member. Should be an effective mentor and leader with strong interpersonal, written, oral communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with all stakeholder groups, including students, research participants, faculty, staff, and administration, as well as professional, governmental, and community partners. The ideal candidate will: • Possess PhD in Rehabilitation Science, Engineering, Computer Science or a closely related field. • Possess a minimum of five years of relevant teaching/mentoring, participatory research & development, and/or administrative experience in rehabilitation, assistive technology or closely related field research. • Involvement in rehabilitation science, rehabilitation engineering, and/or assistive technology related organizations. • Possess organizational and teaching/mentoring skills and the ability to be a highly effective mentor to students, post-docs, and interns, and to work collaboratively in teams including faculty/staff. Interested candidates should apply to Requisition #26005723 at View the full job description on the employer's website. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. PI287604626 / 19-1029.01 Research Scientists, All Other

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Education
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