Postdoc in biomechanics and ergonomics

The Faculty of Medicine, Department of Health Science and Technology, ExerciseTech

At the Faculty of Medicine, Department of Health Science and Technology, a position as Postdoc in biomechanics and ergonomics is open for appointment from January 1. 2027 or soon thereafter.

About the Department of Health Science and Technology
The Department of Health Science and Technology (HST) at Aalborg University is an interdisciplinary research and teaching environment where engineering, medicine and health sciences come together to improve people's lives.

Our research spans biomedical engineering, medicine, neuroscience, rehabilitation, digital health, robotics, sports science, physiotherapy and public health. Working closely with hospitals, industry and public-sector partners, we develop knowledge and technologies that address major health challenges and contribute to better healthcare for society.

As part of the Faculty of Medicine, HST contributes to advancing research and education within digital health through close collaboration between clinicians, engineers and health professionals. We offer an ambitious international research environment with excellent opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration, external partnerships and access to state-of-the-art research facilities.

The department is home to approximately 180 academic staff members, around 100 PhD fellows and more than 1,700 students across bachelor's, master's and postgraduate programmes.
At HST, you will join a collaborative community where curiosity, innovation and knowledge sharing are valued. Guided by our values – Share. Care. Dare. – we work together to create research and education that make a meaningful difference to people's lives.
Learn more about the department on our website and in our research portal .

The successful candidate must hold a Ph.D. degree in biomechanics, ergonomics, human movement science, biomedical engineering, sports science, or a related discipline. Experience with wearable sensor technologies, movement analysis, occupational biomechanics, human factors, and fall prevention technologies is highly desirable. Candidates should have a strong publication record and documented experience in interdisciplinary research within biomechanics and ergonomics. Experience in collaboration with industry partners, innovation activities, and external funding applications will be considered an advantage.

The candidate is expected to contribute to research and innovation activities within biomechanics and ergonomics, with a particular focus on the development, validation, and implementation of wearable sensor technologies for fall prevention and movement assessment. Responsibilities include planning and conducting experimental studies, collecting and analyzing biomechanical and physiological data, disseminating research findings through scientific publications and conferences, managing innovation and collaborative research projects, and contributing to the development of future research initiatives and external funding applications.

The candidate is expected to contribute to teaching and supervision activities within innovation and entrepreneurship at both bachelor and master levels. Depending on qualifications and departmental needs, the candidate may also contribute to teaching, project supervision, and assessment within biomechanics, ergonomics, human movement analysis, and related courses offered by the Department of Health Science and Technology.

The following criteria will apply:
To achieve merit at postdoc level, we expect that the candidate has qualifications corresponding to an acquired Ph.D. degree.

We expect that the candidate:

• has published in peer-reviewed journals as the first author of the publication
• has experience with applying for external funding for projects, equipment, travel costs, etc., possibly as main applicant (PI) or co-applicant (co-PI). This will be an advantage
• is able to conduct teaching, exams, and quality assurance, either independently or under supervision of a senior colleague
• has experience with presentation of science, e.g., at conferences or in other relevant forums
• has experience with sharing knowledge through an open science practice. This will be an advantage
• can work both independently and contribute positively to the teamwork in a research group
• will be able to contribute to teaching within the department’s bachelor and master programs

The following material must be submitted with the application

• A motivated text describing the reasons for applying for the position
• Copies of relevant diplomas (Master of Science and Ph.D.), pedagogical education, and continuing education (e.g., within research management). On request, you may be asked for an official English translation
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