Postdoctoral Fellow in Musical Biofeedback for Gait Training in Parkinson’s Disease Stevens Institute of Technology in United States

Postdoctoral Fellow Opportunity: Musical Biofeedback for Gait Training in Parkinson’s Disease

Stevens Institute of Technology is inviting applications for a postdoctoral fellow to join a new NIH-funded project in the Musculoskeletal Control & Dynamics lab in Hoboken, New Jersey, United States.

The project focuses on music-based biofeedback for gait training in persons with Parkinson’s disease. The research will examine walking and turning tasks, with or without real-time music biofeedback conveying measures of postural control. The selected fellow will take a lead role in the study and contribute to human movement and rehabilitation research.

Eligibility highlights: Applicants should hold a PhD, MD, or equivalent doctoral degree in Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Biomechanics, or a related field. Candidates in ABD status will also be considered. Strong skills in biomechanics of human movement or physical rehabilitation, human subjects research, communication, problem-solving, and independent/collaborative work are required. Prior clinical or research experience with persons with Parkinson’s disease is preferred.

Funding: The position is supported by an NIH-funded project. No stipend or salary amount is stated in the post.

Application window: Applications are preferred by 2026-06-15, and the position will remain open until filled.

How to apply: Use the provided application link to submit your materials. Interested candidates may also contact the announcer with questions.