Research Opportunities

We have 1 PhD position available for Fall 2020

These positions will focus on the design and control of robotic exoskeletons, musculoskeletal modeling with OpenSim, and machine learning.  All positions will work directly with human subjects in experimental protocols.

Students should have a strong background in most of the following:

  • CAD Design (Solidworks, ProE)
  • Machining
  • Programming (C++, Python, Matlab)
  • Biomechanics of Movement

Please note that your first step should be to formally apply for the PhD program at Temple University. The graduate students office must accept your application before you can be considered for a position in my lab.

Interested students who have been accepted to the PhD program should contact dajacobs@temple.edu with a one page statement of interest, a CV, and a list of 3 references.  Please use the prefix “RISE Lab Application” in your subject line header to ensure your application is forwarded properly.