Research Opportunity: The Personalized Biomechanics (PB) Research Lab, directed by Dr. Jonathan Kusins, develops biomechanical tools and pre-clinical evaluation methods that improve how medical devices are designed and assessed prior to clinical implementation. This funded MASc position is part of a research collaboration with a leading medical device industry partner and a practicing cardiac electrophysiologist (Dr. William Chan, Waterloo Regional Health Network), advancing pre-clinical evaluation tools for catheter-based therapies used to treat cardiac arrhythmias.
What You Will Do
• Design and conduct biomechanical experiments on biological and synthetic tissue specimens
• Develop benchtop testing platforms for pre-clinical medical device evaluation
• Apply advanced experimental techniques including mechanical testing, imaging, and 3D printing
• Collaborate with industry R&D and have the opportunity to observe clinical procedures alongside our clinical partner
Start Date: September 2026
Why Apply
• Collaborative, supportive, and idea-driven research department and environment
• Translational research at the intersection of biomechanics and cardiovascular medicine
• Integrated mentorship spanning engineering, clinical, and industry expertise
• Learn more about the BME graduate program at Waterloo (https:///biomedical-engineering/graduate-studies)
Eligibility Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related engineering or science discipline
• Interest or experience in experimental biomechanics, medical device evaluation, mechanical testing, imaging, and/or 3D printing
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills
• (Asset) Prior research or industry experience
How to Apply
Please email the following to with the subject line: \"Application for MASc Opportunity – [Your Name]\"
- CV
- Academic transcripts
- Brief statement of interest
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. We thank all candidates for their interest in joining UWaterloo; however, only candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.