• Graduate Research Assistant Physical Therapy…

    University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (Rio Grande, TX)


    Title Information

     

    Assistantship TitleGraduate Research Assistant

     

    Job Class Code10095

     

    FLSAExempt

    Minimum Qualifications

    1. Must be admitted to a graduate degree program.

    2. Must be in good academic standing

    3. Be registered full-time for the respective semester – nine (9) semester credit hours during the fall semester, nine (9) semester credit hours during the spring semester, or three (3) semester credit hours during the summer session or be registered in the required number of semester credit hours to fulfill the only remaining requirements of the degree plan.

    Position Information

    Posting NumberA1245

     

    Working TitleGraduate Research Assistant Physical Therapy 2025-2026 (Dr. Sharma)

     

    LocationRio Grande Valley, Texas

     

    CollegeCollege of Health Professions

     

    DepartmentCollege of Health Professions/Physical Therapy

     

    DivisionProvost - Academic Affairs

     

    FTE.25

     

    Scope of Job

     

    This position is for scholarly research and may include clinical research.

    Duties to include:

    1.Data Collection & Experimentation

    • Assist with the setup, calibration, and operation of biomechanical lab equipment, including motion capture systems, force platforms, EMG sensors, and other relevant tools.

    • Recruit, screen, and schedule study participants for research trials in accordance with IRB protocols.

    • Conduct biomechanical experiments involving human subjects including mechanical testing of devices used for experimentation.

    2.Data Processing & Analysis

    • Process and analyze motion capture, EMG , force plate, and/or musculoskeletal modeling data using specialized software (e.g., Visual3D, MATLAB , etc.).

    • Perform statistical analyses of experimental data using programs like SPSS .

    3.Literature Review & Writing

    • Conduct thorough literature reviews on current topics in biomechanics, kinesiology, or human movement disorders.

    • Assist in writing research papers, abstracts, conference posters, and grant proposals.

    • Maintain accurate and organized lab notebooks and data logs.

    4.Lab Maintenance & Compliance

    • Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the biomechanics lab space.

    • Ensure all equipment is in working order and assist with repairs or troubleshooting when necessary.

    • Comply with institutional safety regulations and human subjects research protocols.

    5.Collaboration & Communication

    • Attend regular lab meetings and contribute to group discussions about ongoing projects.

    • Collaborate with faculty, staff, and other graduate/undergraduate researchers.

    • Present research findings at departmental seminars, academic conferences, or community outreach events.

     

    Discipline Specific Required Qualifications

     

    Bachelor’s degree and current enrollment in master’s degree in field of biomechanics, kinesiology, biomedical sciences, and other health-related fields.

    Preferred Qualifications

    Background in kinesiology and/or biomechanics preferred.

     

    Salary$1,250 monthly

     

    Number of Vacancies2

     

    Desired Start Date09/01/2025

     

    Posting Detail Information

    EEO Statement

    It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

     

    Open Date07/24/2025

     

    Special Instructions to Applicants

     

    Dear Applicant,

     

    Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:

     

    Date of Birth

     

    Social Security Number

     

    Gender

     

    Ethnicity/Race

     

    Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission.

     

    The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.

     

    Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/47944

     

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    Applicant Documents

    Required Documents

    + Resume

    + Cover Letter/Letter of Application

    + List of 3 References

     

    Optional Documents