The Neuromuscular Research Laboratory (NMRL)/Warrior Human Performance Research Laboratory (WHPRC) in the Department of Sports Medicine and Nutrition in the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh is recruiting for 2-3 highly motivated PhD positions to help support funded DoD research studying the physiological mechanisms underlying musculoskeletal adaptations to military and exercise training with a particular focus on the influence of reproductive hormone exposure on bone, muscle, and tendon. Expertise is sought in either endocrinology, biomarkers, metabolism, body composition, wearables, and/or musculoskeletal imaging. The fellowships provide full funding for 4 yrs. The NMRL/WHPRC is a state-of-the-science laboratory encompassing 11,600 square fee