We are actively recruiting a PhD student to study how pain influences movement strategy, which can be applied to high performance sport contexts or activities of daily living, depending on the candidate's interest. We are also interested in expressions of interest to study paediatric prosthesis use and musculoskeletal health outcomes. Please consider reaching out to Dr McDonald if you would like to discuss these opportunities further.
The research group is always on the lookout for applicants with a keen interest in locomotor biomechanics, optimality and assistive technology. Domestic and international candidates can apply for a scholarship through Edith Cowan University, with two rounds available each year. If you would like to discuss these opportunities more, please contact Dr McDonald.
Undergraduate students from Edith Cowan University who are interested in learning more about research opportunities are encouraged to contact Dr McDonald to discuss these opportunities further.
Should you be interested in visiting faculty/scholar opportunities, please contact Dr McDonald to discuss.
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