Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?: No
Offer Description
Activities and context: Development and validation of personalized assistive technologies for students with disabilities within the scope of CTAIE/UNIFESP. Activities: requirements assessment, 3D scanning, CAD/CAE modeling, additive manufacturing, materials selection, bench testing, and sensor integration; participation in functional and usability assessments and in the evaluation of the effects of the developed solutions on students’ participation, autonomy, and performance of school activities, thus contributing to the standardization of workflows and technical documentation; scientific manuscript preparation.
Mandatory requirements: Degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Production Engineering, or Mechatronics Engineering. PhD with proven experience in digital manufacturing, CAD modeling, and 3D printing; experience in device development and prototyping; experience in applied research and functional or usability assessment; proficiency in English for scientific reading and writing; authorship of at least three scientific articles; availability for in-person activities at UNIFESP and partner public schools.
Desirable requirements: Experience with 3D scanning, CAD/CAE, finite element simulation, materials characterization, and mechanical testing; knowledge of sensors, embedded electronics, or wearable devices; previous experience in Assistive Technology, Rehabilitation Engineering, Biomechanics, or User-Centered Design; participation in multidisciplinary projects involving end users; experience in usability and real-world impact assessment; publications in indexed journals; and experience in scientific writing in English.
How to apply: Submit an updated Lattes CV or academic CV (if a foreign applicant), a letter of interest of up to two pages, copies of the undergraduate and PhD diplomas, and a portfolio or brief description of previous projects involving digital manufacturing, CAD, 3D printing, product development, or Assistive Technology. Provide two academic or professional references. In the letter, highlight experience relevant to the position requirements and motivation to work within CTAIE. Send the application to elizete.kunkel@unifesp.br with the subject line: “FAPESP Postdoctoral Fellowship CTAIE – Applicant’s Name”.
Where to apply
Website: http://www.fapesp.br/oportunidades/9743
Additional Information
Eligibility criteria
Eligible destination country/ies for fellows: Brazil
Eligibility of fellows: country/ies of residence: All
Eligibility of fellows: nationality/ies: All
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available: 1
Company/Institute: Instituto de Ciência e Tecnologia – Unifesp, Câmpus de São José dos Campos
Country: Brazil
State/Province: São Paulo
City: São José dos Campos
Contact
State/Province: São Paulo
City: São Paulo
Website: http://www.fapesp.br/oportunidades/
Street: R. Pio XI, 1500 - Alto da Lapa
Postal Code: 05468-901
