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Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education

EACE Musculoskeletal Injury (MSKI) Rehabilitation Post-Doctoral Research Fellow

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208

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Description The Extremity Trauma and Amputation Center of Excellence (EACE) offers a postdoctoral opportunity located at Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC)/Center for the Intrepid (CFI) in San Antonio, TX. EACE is the leading advocate for research and treatment of Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) patients with extremity trauma and amputation, and leads efforts to enhance collaboration between DoD and VA care providers while conducting scientific research to minimize the effects of traumatic injuries and improve clinical outcomes.

What will I be doing? As the selected participant, you will primarily engage in research activities with the Senior Scientist for the CFI Military Performance Laboratory, a laboratory that conducts translational research to enable readiness and return Service members to high function after extremity trauma (e.g., amputation, complex limb salvage, tibia fractures).

Education & Development Opportunities

Gaining research and technology development experience in the clinical care of patients with musculoskeletal trauma

Expanding research knowledge in musculoskeletal injuries that will advance care for Service members with amputation

Collecting and processing human motion capture data

Gaining experience on multiple projects involving lower limb amputation

Learning about grant proposal development and submission

Appointment Length EACE is prepared to make appointments immediately, pending review of applications and selection of a candidate. This is a full‑time, 8‑month research appointment, with the possibility of renewal for additional research periods depending on funding availability, project assignment, program rules, and participant availability.

Provisions & Benefits

Stipend (amount based on academic standing, discipline, experience, and location)

Health Insurance Supplement (Participants may purchase health insurance through ORISE)

Relocation Allowance

Training and Travel Allowance

About EACE EACE is a unique organization within the DoD, with teams of researchers embedded at the point of care across multiple Military Treatment Facilities nationwide. The research focus is on mitigation, treatment, and rehabilitation of traumatic extremity injuries and amputations, translating findings into clinical practice to improve care for injured Service Members and Veterans.

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About ORISE This program is administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) under contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE). Participants are affiliated with ORISE for administration of the appointment, not employed by ORISE, ORAU, DoD, or any other agency. Health insurance may be obtained through ORISE. For more information, visit the ORISE Research Participation Program on the U.S. Department of Defense website.

Qualifications

Currently pursuing or completed a PhD from an accredited institution in Rehabilitation, Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a closely related field within the last five years.

Able to obtain appropriate security clearance at Brooke Army Medical Center.

Highly competitive applicants

may have:

Experience with mathematical and computer modeling & simulation, mechanics, multi‑physics numerical simulations, and sensor technologies.

Experience with human subjects testing.

Ability to meet physical demands in laboratory, hospital, and office settings.

Strong organizational and communication skills.

Application Requirements

Zintellect Profile

Educational and Employment History

Essay Questions (goals, experiences, and skills relevant to the opportunity)

Resume (PDF)

Transcripts/Academic Records – upload a transcript for your current or most recent degree program that meets disciplinary qualifications.

Recommendation – encourage recommenders to complete the recommendation form via Zintellect.

Send any questions to STEM-WORKFORCE@orise.orau.gov. Include reference code [EACE-2025-0006] in the subject line.

Stipend $6,200.00 monthly.

Eligibility Requirements

Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Only

Degree: Doctoral Degree received within the last 60 months or currently pursuing.

Discipline(s): Computer, Information, and Data Sciences

Artificial Intelligence (including Robotics, Computer Vision, Human Language Processing, and Machine Learning)

Computer Architecture and Grids

Computer Science - Languages and Systems

Computer Science - Theoretical Foundations

Computer Science (general)

Computer Systems Analysis

Computer Systems Design (including Signal Processing)

Databases, Information Retrieval, and Web Search

Graphics and Visualization

Human Computer Interaction

Information Science and Technology

Information Security and Assurance

Networks and Communications

Operating Systems and Middleware

Scientific Computing and Informatics

Software Engineering

Engineering (e.g., Life Health and Medical Sciences)

Mathematics and Statistics

Science & Engineering‑related

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