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Fellow in Human-Machine Interface Clinical Research – Bionics Lab
Harvard University
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Posted: 24-Sep-25
Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts
Internal Number: 15002
School: Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Department/Area: Bioengineering
Position Description:
The Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) Bionics Lab is seeking a highly motivated Fellow with a background in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Neural Engineering to join our interdisciplinary research team. This position supports an exciting clinical trial exploring muscle-controlled robotic systems, pushing the boundaries of human-machine interfacing and neuroprosthetics.
You will work at the intersection of neuroscience, engineering, and clinical science, gaining hands-on experience with human subject research, robotics, and electrophysiological data analysis, while contributing to impactful translational research.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Support the design and execution of a clinical trial focused on muscle-driven robotic technologies.
- Assist in IRB protocol development and ongoing human subject documentation.
- Conduct electromyographic (EMG) recordings and signal processing to analyze motor control and performance.
- Interface with patients, clinicians, engineers, and neuroscientists as part of a collaborative team.
- Perform data collection, processing, and statistical analysis in Python or MATLAB.
- Document findings, prepare reports, and contribute to manuscript preparation.
- Ensure research activities comply with regulatory standards and ethical guidelines.
Why Join Us?
This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in neuroengineering, while working alongside roboticists, neuroscientists, and clinicians. You'll gain valuable experience in clinical trial execution, device testing, and data science—skills that are highly relevant for future careers in graduate school, medical school, or industry R&D.
The project is fast-paced and impact-driven, providing significant room for growth, learning, and publication.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree (BS) in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Neural Engineering, or a closely related field.
- 2+ years of research experience, ideally involving human subjects or clinical research.
- Proficiency in electromyography (EMG) analysis and basic signal processing techniques.
- Strong programming skills in MATLAB or Python.
- Familiarity with IRB protocols, informed consent procedures, and human subject protections.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced research environment.
- Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
Additional Qualifications:
- Prior experience in clinical trial operations or assisting in clinical studies.
- Familiarity with prosthetics, robotic systems, or neuromodulation technologies.
- Exposure to interdisciplinary collaboration in research settings.
Contact Information:
Rebekah Keely, Lab Admin
Contact Email: bionicslab@seas.harvard.edu
Special Instructions:
Please include aslide deck that captures your most salient research experience as part of your application.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Harvard University
Harvard University is devoted to excellence in teaching, learning, and research, and to developing leaders in many disciplines who make a difference globally. The University, which is based in Cambridge and Boston, Massachusetts, has an enrollment of over 20,000 degree candidates, including undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Harvard has more than 360,000 alumni around the world. The University has twelve degree-granting Schools in addition to the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, offering a truly global education. Established in 1636, Harvard is the oldest institution of higher education in the United States.
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