PhD and Postdoc Positions in AI, Wearable Robotics, and Sensor Fusion for Parkinson's Disease and Manufacturing at University of Waterloo University of Waterloo in Canada

The Arami Lab at the University of Waterloo is recruiting fully funded PhD students and postdoctoral fellows for interdisciplinary research at the intersection of Parkinson's disease, artificial intelligence, wearable robotics, and sensor fusion. The lab, led by Associate Professor Arash Arami and co-supervised by Professor Kaylena Ehgoetz Martens, focuses on advancing the prediction and understanding of freezing of gait (FOG) in Parkinson's disease through the integration of exoskeleton technology with multimodal sensor fusion and AI-driven approaches.

Key research areas include experimental studies of gait and FOG, integration of wearable sensors with lower-limb exoskeletons, machine learning for FOG prediction, and validation in both laboratory and real-world settings. The lab values diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups. Candidates will have opportunities to collaborate with clinicians, engineers, and patient partners, and to participate in international collaborations, conferences, and high-impact publications.

Applicants should have backgrounds in movement science, neuroscience, biomedical engineering, robotics, mechatronics, wearable technology, human-machine interaction, signal processing, sensor fusion, machine learning, or data science. Experience with wearable sensors, gait analysis, human-subject experimentation, and programming (Python, MATLAB, R, C/C++) is desirable. The lab offers access to state-of-the-art exoskeletons, wearable sensors, and motion analysis tools, as well as a supportive training environment focused on research excellence and career development.

Funding is available through research grants and institutional support, with exceptional opportunities via the Canada Impact+ Research Training Awards (CIRTA) for international and Canadian candidates residing outside Canada. Additional funding options include NSERC and Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) for candidates in Canada. The application deadline is February 17, 2026.

To apply, email [email protected] with the subject line 'FOG-Exo PhD position' (for PhD) or 'PostDoc AI-Robotics' (for postdoc), including a motivation letter, CV, transcripts, and relevant publications. For more information, visit the Arami Lab website or the University of Waterloo CIRTA program page.