Top 31 Physical therapy research Jobs

Research Manager
International Institute for the Brain (iBrain) —New York, NY
- $70,000 - $95,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Spanish
- Management
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Athletic Research Scientist – Upper Extremities (Onsite)
Memorial Hermann Health System —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Master's degree
Research Assistant Professor in Physical Therapy and Movement Sciences - The University of Texas at El Paso
University of Texas at El Paso —El Paso, TX
- Full-time
- 3 years
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
Motor Activity Training Program Proposal
Special Olympics, Inc. —Washington, DC
- Up to $70,000 a year
- Part-time
- Nursing
- Pre-employment physical examination
- Senior level
Neurorehabilitation - Assistant/Associate Professor
University of Florida —Jacksonville, FL
- 3 years
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
Bilingual Community Health & Research Coordinator Part- Time
United Community Center —Milwaukee, WI
- Part-time
- Spanish
- Nursing
- Ability to walk for extended periods
Federal Work Study-DPT Research Assistant
SUNY Upstate Medical University —Syracuse, NY
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- University
- Entry level
- Work from home
Research Opportunities (Systems Neuroscience/Neural Engineering) - Program in Physical Therapy
Washington University in St Louis —St. Louis, MO
- Urgently hiring
- Doctoral degree
- Customer service
- Writing skills
Physical Therapist – Biomechanics Research Support
Stevens Institute of Technology —Hoboken, NJ
- $65 - $70 an hour
- Part-time
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Mid-level
- University
Research Coordinator (Non-R.N.)
University of Utah Health —Salt Lake City, UT
- $33,000 - $36,000 a year
- Part-time
- Pass drug screening
- Master's degree
- University
- Retirement plan
Research Coordinator (Non-R.N.)
University of Utah —Salt Lake City, UT
- $33,000 - $36,000 a year
- Part-time
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Retirement plan
Faculty (Part-time) - Research in Physical Therapy
Western Kentucky University —Bowling Green, KY
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Doctoral degree
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
Clinical Research Coordinator II - Physical Therapy
Henry M. Jackson Foundation —San Diego, CA
- $71,500 - $87,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Patient care
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Assistant Professor-Doctor of Physical Therapy Program
Long Island University —Brooklyn, NY
- $76,971 a year
- Online Application
- Classroom
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Clinic experience
Post-Doctoral Fellow - Physical Therapy
Virginia Commonwealth University —Richmond, VA
- From $52,704 a year
- Hybrid work
- Management
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Health insurance
Postdoctoral Fellow II - Physical Therapy and Rehab Science
UTMB Health —Galveston, TX
- Medicine
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
Postdoctoral Fellow - Physical Therapy and Rehab Science
UTMB Health —Galveston, TX
- Medicine
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
Professor of Clinical - Physical Therapy (Vice Chair, Research)
University of Miami —Miami, FL
- Full-time
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
Research Laboratory Technician II - SPAHP
Creighton University —Omaha, NE
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
Quick Apply
Research Physical Therapist
The Geneva Foundation —Eglin AFB, FL
- $85,000 - $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Doctoral degree
- OSHA
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Research Manager

International Institute for the Brain (iBrain) -
New York, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$70,000 - $95,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Statistics
Director experience
Content creation for technical audiences
Management
Doctoral degree
Neuroscience
Scientific research
Research
Master's degree
Supervising experience
Data management
Attention to detail
Computer skills
Budgeting
Team motivation (leadership skill)
General management
Data analysis software
Working with individuals with neurological conditions
Scientific reports

Full Job Description

iBRAIN-Academy is one of the largest brain-injury special education programs in the world, headquartered in New York City with current locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Washington, D.C. iBRAIN is expanding to add an out-patient clinic (iBRAIN-Center), as well as growing its research efforts for the brain injury and brain-based disorders community (iBRAIN-Institute), collectively iBRAIN. iBRAIN-Academy’s mission is to research, develop, and implement special education and related services for school-aged (3-21 years of age) students who present with a wide range of impairments due to brain injury and/or brain-based disorders as well as the development of a fully-inclusive education model.

Position Title: Associate Special Education Director (ASPED) of Research and Paraprofessional Manger – Full-time position to change the world for the millions of families who deal with brain injury and brain-based disorders.

Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Deputy Director of Research and the Deputy Director of Special Education of iBRAIN, this dual-focus role, the Associate Special Education Director (ASPED) Research and Paraprofessional Manager provides leadership and oversight to Research Associate/Paraprofessionals (RA/Paras) while driving essential research initiatives. By coordinating daily student support, the Manager ensures that Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals are properly implemented and that students receive safe, effective care throughout the day. Additionally, this position collaborates with an interdisciplinary research team to gather and analyze robust data that underpins innovative intervention strategies. Through ongoing supervision, training, and performance management of RA/Paras, the ASPED Research and Paraprofessional Manager fosters professional growth, maintains high-quality academic and therapeutic standards, and contributes to advancing the field of special education and brain injury research.

Reports to: You will report jointly to the Deputy Director of Special Education (for paraprofessional and student-related responsibilities) and the Deputy Director of Research (for research oversight), ensuring seamless integration of educational and scientific objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Research Asssistant/Paraprofessional (RA/Para) Management

Supervise and mentor RA/Paras working across interdisciplinary teams (special educators, therapists, nurses, and other specialists).

Oversee day-to-day paraprofessional duties, ensuring students are safely repositioned, transferred, and supported throughout academic and therapy sessions.

Maintain quality and competency of RA/Paras by providing ongoing feedback, training, and performance evaluations.

Coordinate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure students’ IEP goals are effectively met and properly documented.

Utilize project management tools including excel to track tasks, deadlines, and data integrity.

Ensure compliance with institutional, local, and federal regulations related to student care and research activities.

Research Coordination & Data Management

Collaborate closely with the Deputy Director of Research to design and implement project plans, timelines, and milestones for RA/Paras.

Guide RA/Paras in data collection and documentation, ensuring adherence to all Institutional Review Board (IRB) guidelines and human-subject protections.

Serve as a liaison between RA/Paras and research leadership, facilitating the dissemination of relevant research findings and best practices.

Provide input on research design and assist in writing and publishing original research and case study reports in peer-reviewed journals.

Team Development & Collaboration

Participate in the interviewing, orientation, and training of new RA/Paras, focusing on both educational and research skillsets.

Promote collaboration and communication among RA/Paras, program staff, and the research team to ensure optimal student outcomes.

Maintain regular group meetings and internal seminars to share progress, troubleshoot challenges, and support professional development for RA/Paras.

Encourage an environment of innovation and continuous improvement, fostering teamwork and accountability.

Contribute to creating a culture of respect, empathy, and humor to support the wellbeing and morale of staff and students.

Perform other responsibilities as assigned to support the broader mission of iBRAIN.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

o Required: Master’s degree in Psychology, Life Science, Neuroscience, Special Education, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy or a related field.

o Preferred: PhD, EdD or similar doctorate degree in related field.

Experience:

o At least 3 years of relevant management experience

o Research coordination experience preferred

o Previous work with individuals with special needs preferred.

Skills:

o Excellent communication and organizational abilities.

o Proven capability in scientific and technical writing.

o Strong leadership style that fosters quality output and excellent team relationships.

o Detail-oriented, with the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.

o Must be able to pass ALL the FREE e learning Short Courses in Clinical Research from The Global Health Training Centre website (https://globalhealthtrainingcentre.tghn.org/elearning/short-courses/)

o Demonstrated experience in data management with a variety of data sources (survey, administrative, and medical data).

o Knowledge of statistical software (SPSS or other) and experience with descriptive statistical analysis.

o MUST HAVE A SENSE OF HUMOR

Additional Considerations

o Fluency in Spanish is a plus

Benefits: Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Paid time off, Transportation Management Account

Job Type: Full-time / In-person

Hours: Monday through Friday, typically 8.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m., with occasional prolonged and irregular hours based on leadership/management/travel responsibilities

Salary Range: $70,000-95,000, based on experience

Please note this position adheres to iBRAIN's administrative calendar

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and/or qualifications associated with the position

Employment with iBRAIN is contingent upon successful completion of any and all post-screening processes, including a reference and background check, and license/certification/degree verifications if/where applicable.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
No nights
No weekends

Education:

Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

SENSE OF HUMOR: 1 year (Preferred)
Research Management: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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