Research Physical Therapists - Neurology - JR008886

Research Physical Therapists - Neurology - JR008886

University of Kansas Medical Center

in Kansas City, KS

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Type: Full-Time

Posted: 08/14/2025

Category: Laboratory and Research

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Research Physical Therapists - Neurology

Department:

SOM KC Neurology - Stroke

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Research in Exercise and Cardiovascular Health Laboratory

Position Title:

Research Physical Therapists - Neurology

Job Family Group:

Professional Staff

Job Description Summary:

Our team is at the forefront of clinical trials, exercise intervention trials and experimental physiology studies in stroke rehabilitation and recovery. We are recognized nationally and internationally for our innovative work in stroke recovery including our work on high intensity interval training to improve walking outcomes post-stroke. We have multiple research collaborations in aging and brain health. Dr. Billinger's laboratory is integrated into the University of Kansas Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, which is a National Institute of Aging P30-designated national leader in Alzheimer's disease research. We are seeking a Research Physical Therapist to support our growing research enterprise. This position will support opportunities for growth and mentorship for research, learning to write abstracts and deliver presentations, and disseminating our work at local, state, regional and national meetings. Opportunities for grant development and project planning are available.

Job Description:

Job Duties Outlined

Recruitment:

Pre-screen potential participants eligibility for currently enrolling in studies.

Educates potential participants about the expectations and requirements of the study.

Scheduling:

Assist the study coordinator with scheduling study visits

Communicate with all parties involved, including the participant and caregiver (when applicable) as well as the entire study team.

Evaluation, data collection, and data entry:

Collect participant information

Follow protocols and execute standard operating procedures

Assess and evaluate areas of functional impairment, such as the Fugl Meyer, modified Rankin Scale (mRS), and muscle strength

Participate in study intervention delivery such as treadmill HIIT and study assessments

Conduct physical assessments such as walking tests, balance

Oversee exercise intervention visits and assess vitals

Actively participates in the collection of study data

Assist the study coordinator in entering data into the electronic database (REDCap)

Collaborates with interdisciplinary and research team members to collect, analyze, interpret, and curate prospective and retrospective data.

Study Coordination:

Actively participates in IRB submissions

Collaborate with the study team for scheduling and screening

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Qualifications

Education: Master's degree Physical Therapy

This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge, analytical skills and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is commonly recognized as the standard qualification for similar roles in the public and private sector, ensuring that the university remains competitive with industry aligned practices, enhances collaboration with external partners, and supports the delivery of services and programs that meet professional and market-driven expectations

Certifications/Licenses: Current Kansas licensure or eligibility for Kansas licensure as a Physical Therapist

Work Experience:

Experience with medical terminology

Experience reviewing medical records

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Clinical Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy

Work Experience: 2 years of experience in stroke or neurorehabilitation

Skills:

Communication skills, both verbal and written,

Time management and attention to detail skills.

Required Documents

Resume/CV

Cover letter

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available.

Employee Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Rate Type:

Salary

Compensation Statement:

The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.

Pay Range:

$75,000.00 - $115,000.00

Minimum

$75,000.00

Midpoint

$95,000.00

Maximum

$115,000.00

Application Instructions:

To learn more and apply online, please visit s---Neurology_JR008886 or go to and search for position number JR008886.

Applications must be submitted directly through the KU Medical Center website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or this website will NOT be reviewed or considered.

About KU Medical Center:

The University of Kansas Medical Centers mission is to educate exceptional health care professionals through a full range of undergraduate, graduate, professional, postdoctoral and continuing education programs in the schools of Medicine, Nursing and Health Professions. KU Medical Center also advances the health sciences through world-class research programs; provides compassionate and state-of-the-art patient care in an academic medical center environment; and works with communities in every Kansas county to improve the health of Kansans. Learn more at www.kumc.edu.

Benefits:

KUMC offers a range of great benefits that support employees and eligible family members. Our health insurance benefits begin on hire date and KUMC offers other exciting benefits such as paid parental leave, generous employer retirement contributions and other resources to improve health and well-being. For more information, please visit

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Kansas Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, age, protected veteran or disability status, marital status, parental status, or genetic information.

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