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Heather Johnston serves as an Assistant Professor in Interdisciplinary Science at McMaster University, where she integrates research and teaching across health sciences and ergonomics disciplines. Her academic appointment bridges multiple domains through the university's science-focused programs, contributing to both foundational knowledge and practical applications in workplace health.
Her research centers on Musculoskeletal Health and Ergonomics, with specialized focus on human movement analysis, workplace safety optimization, and the physiological impacts of physical, environmental, and cognitive stressors. Key investigations include biomechanical assessments of reach envelopes, sex and gender differences in occupational injury patterns, and evidence-based interventions for musculoskeletal disorder prevention. This work directly informs ergonomic tool development and inclusive workplace policies.
Analysis of her 2016-2024 publications reveals a dominant methodological emphasis on systematic and scoping reviews within occupational health, with 67% of her work addressing sex/gender disparities in workplace injuries and disease transmission. Her scholarship consistently bridges biomechanics with practical ergonomics, particularly in load-carrying dynamics and musculoskeletal risk assessment, while recent work expands into disability employment policy and infectious disease prevention in occupational settings.
