MSCA PF 2026 hosting in Sport Biomechanics

The Neuromusculoskeletal and Biomechanics Research Group (NeumBReG) offers an outstanding environment for MSCA‑PF candidates interested in advancing research in sport biomechanics, neuromuscular performance, and movement analysis. The group leads cutting‑edge experimental and applied research integrating physiotherapy, sports science and biomedical engineering. Its work places special emphasis on chronic ankle instability, isokinetic performance, and high‑precision human movement assessment.

The NeumBReG Research Group has access to a fully equipped Physical Therapy Research Laboratory, featuring XSENS inertial sensors, force platforms, ISOMED 2000 isokinetic dynamometry, linear encoders, EMG systems and 3D motion‑capture technology, providing the advanced infrastructure needed for high‑precision analysis of neuromuscular function, motor control and athletic performance.

This project explores biomechanical risk factors and performance markers linked to lower‑limb injuries in football and basketball players. Using wearable inertial sensors, force‑platform testing, EMG and 3D motion‑capture, it will analyse high‑demand actions such as cutting, landing, sprinting and jump‑landing, movements strongly associated with injuries including ankle instability, ACL tears, patellofemoral pain and muscle strains.

To obtain ecologically valid insights, the study will integrate laboratory assessments with on‑field testing. Machine‑learning models will help detect dysfunctional neuromuscular strategies, asymmetries and kinetic‑kinematic deviations that may increase injury risk, while longitudinal monitoring will support early identification of fatigue‑ or overload‑related changes in motor control.

The project ultimately aims to develop individualised intervention protocols, combining strength diagnostics, neuromuscular training and sport‑specific corrective drills. This work will contribute to a predictive and preventive framework that enhances athlete safety, supports evidence‑based return‑to‑play decisions and improves performance in both sports

Candidate Profile: Postdoctoral researchers (max 8 years after PhD) with backgrounds in Physiotherapy, Biomechanics or sports‑injury‑related fields and solid knowledge of sports performance and musculoskeletal injury mechanisms.

Expression of Interest: Submit to fgarciamuro@ceu.es

• A short CV (Max. 2 pages).

• ​A one-page research proposal.

• ​Two letters of reference.

USP‑CEU is a competitive and supportive host institution for MSCA‑PF candidates, with a strong track record including 10 awarded fellowships, an exceptional 100/100 score, and two recent successes in the MSCA‑PF 2025 call. We offer personalised guidance throughout the proposal preparation process, as well as our International Talent Retention Programme, which provides successful MSCA Fellows with an additional 6–12‑month contract to support long‑term career development.

https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/hosting/msca-postdoctoral-hosting-sport-biomechanics