Research Assistant Professor - Physical Therapy
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Research Assistant Professor - Physical TherapyResearch Assistant Professor - Physical TherapyHiring Department: Department of Physical TherapyLocation: Chicago, IL USARequisition ID: 1036216Posting Close Date: August 25, 2025Salary: The wage for this position is $90,724.69About the University of Illinois ChicagoUIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent Best Colleges rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.The University of Illinois Chicago offers a very competitive benefits portfolio. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.Position SummaryThe responsibilities of this position will be to facilitate the management and completion of grant-funded research in the Brain Plasticity Lab. The individual will work with the PI, Dr. Sangeetha Madhavan, and be expected to perform all duties and responsibilities associated with the research project, from human subjects review to dissemination of results. The individual will also be expected to supervise undergraduate and graduate students working on the research project and work with the PI to seek external funding and support for future projects. The position will also include teaching courses with the department, including developing curriculum, delivering the course material, performing evaluations, advising students, and attending faculty meetings.Duties & Responsibilities

Prepare materials for submission to grant agencies and foundations

Prepare materials for Human Subjects Institutional Review Board review

Recruit and enroll study participants

Collect and analyze data

Maintain research equipment

Supervise undergraduate and graduate students working on the research project

Attend project meetings and manage project-related email

Disseminate research results via academic journal articles, reports, presentations, etc.

Maintain the budget for the research project.

Prepare scheduled reports describing research progress

Developing the curriculum

Delivering the course material (e.g., performing lectures)

Evaluating academic progress of students

Meeting, advising, and counseling students with respect to the course content

Attendance and participation in departmental and college faculty meetings

Other duties as assigned

Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

A PhD degree in Rehabilitation Sciences, Physiology, Kinesiology, or other field related to the research.

3+ years relevant research experience, with particular expertise in neuroimaging.Preferred QualificationsThe University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an AccommodationTo apply, visit Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agencyjeid-24696eba2236b94b865474c50200c4f5

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