Postdoctoral Fellowship in Biomechanics, Robotics, and Prosthetics at Queen's University

Queen's University in Kingston, Canada, is offering a two-year postdoctoral fellowship in the Musculoskeletal Biomechanics Lab, supervised by Assistant Professor Pouya Amiri. The research focuses on patient-centered prosthetic foot prescription using a robotic emulator to optimize return-to-work outcomes for individuals with lower-limb amputation. The successful candidate will lead a project investigating how prosthetic foot properties affect performance, leveraging advanced biomechanics, robotics, and control methodologies. Applicants should hold a PhD in mechanical, electrical, or biomedical engineering, kinesiology, or a related field. Essential qualifications include hands-on research experience in experimental biomechanics, robotics and control, or musculoskeletal modelling, as well as proficiency in data analysis and programming (MATLAB/Simulink, Python). Strong communication skills are required, and experience with multibody dynamics, signal processing, and wearable devices is considered an asset. The fellowship provides an annual salary of $70,000 for two years, comprehensive benefits, and a research and networking allowance of $8,500 per year. Queen's University is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, welcoming applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. To apply, candidates should email Dr. Pouya Amiri ([email protected]) with a CV, a one-page statement of interest, and transcripts, using the subject line 'Postdoctoral Applicant - Prosthetics'. The application deadline is February 10, 2026. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.