Assistant​/Associate Professor in Movement and Rehabilitation Sciences

Overview

The Department of Physical Therapy and Human Movement Sciences (DPTHMS), Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine, invites senior scientists to apply for a new full-time tenured position in Movement and Rehabilitation Sciences at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. The research program should contain a translational component broadly defined, ranging from studies of mechanisms of neuromuscular and musculoskeletal disorders with translational implications to clinical studies on patients.

A strong record of federal grant support is essential. A major component involves a leadership role to further develop the Department's research program with the goal of expanding translational research. Teaching responsibilities are modest, primarily courses for graduate students in physical therapy, neuroscience and/or biomedical engineering. Salary is negotiable. Ideal applicants will hold a PhD or PhD/PT with a strong track record of scholarly productivity, grant support and trainee mentorship.

PTHMS is part of the vibrant educational and cultural community of Northwestern University. We are located on the Chicago campus of Northwestern University, between North Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan along "Chicago's Magnificent Mile". The Department includes strong, talented faculty engaged in research, teaching and clinical practice. Faculty have shared positions and collaborations with colleagues in the Departments of Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Radiology, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Neurology, Physiology, Orthopedics and Neurological Surgery.

A secondary appointment in engineering is available depending on the applicant's background. PTHMS faculty participate in two NIH-funded graduate student training programs in movement and rehabilitation sciences. Research interests focus on understanding movement disorders in persons with neuromuscular dysfunction, including stroke, cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury, Parkinson s Disease and musculoskeletal injuries through engineering (Neural Engineering, Imaging, and Mechatronics), physical and pharmacological approaches.

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The start date is negotiable and the position will remain open until filled. When applying, upload a CV and cover letter describing interest and alignment with the position. Also upload this completed list of references form to suggest the names of individuals who could write letters of reference on your behalf.

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