Postdoc position – Unraveling the mechanobiology of the OA knee joint

KU Leuven · Leuven, Flanders, Belgium

Location

Leuven

Job Type

Full-time

Posted

July 16, 2026

Job Description

We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with:
A PhD degree in Physiotherapy, Movement Sciences, Rehabilitation Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, or a related discipline
Strong interest and previous exposure in human movement analysis, biomechanics, and musculoskeletal health
Interest in clinical research and patient-oriented studies
Experience with motion analysis, wearable technologies, biomechanical data processing, or musculoskeletal modeling is an asset
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Ability to work independently while thriving in a multidisciplinary team environment, including the university hospital
Good written and spoken English, basic knowledge of dutch (is an asset)
You will investigate the relationship between movement patterns, joint loading, and cartilage health in patients with knee osteoarthritis.
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