Position Details
Research Associate
Position Details
Research Associate
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IU Bloomington Optometry
Bloomington
The Indiana University Athletics Department and IU School of Optometry, have a ten year relationship of doing cutting edge medical research in several diverse fields, including concussions, vision, and cardiology. Dr. Nicholas Port is now recruiting a skilled full-time research associate / project coordinator for a new study on orthopedic hamstring function with a proposed start date of March 1, 2024. Dr. Port and the IU Athletic Department are participating in the multi-center Hamstring InjuRy (
HAMIR
) study ( https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.g... ). This study of IU football players involves preseason testing and postinjury follow-ups utilizing a variety of tools including magnetic resonance imaging (
MRI
), instrumented strength metrics, and instrumented on-field biomechanics.
Indiana University is a major research University founded in 1820. It currently enrolls over 38,000 undergraduates and 10,000 graduate and professional students on the Bloomington campus with over 114,000 students in the University system. The School of Optometry has well-established professional degree and clinical programs, as well as widely recognized research and graduate programs. The School has two teaching clinics as well as a variety of externship and residency affiliations. Indiana University has an active commitment to community health and education. Additional information about the School and Indiana University is available at http://www.optometry.iu.edu .
Comprising a diverse community, Bloomington is located in a beautifully wooded and hilly area of the state where cultural and recreational opportunities abound, housing costs are low, schools are excellent, and commuting time is short. Additional information on the community of Bloomington can be found at https://www.visitbloomington.... .
Opportunities
(would be happy to discuss other candidate-specific goals)
:
Work directly with the strength and conditioning coaches of Indiana University
Work directly with the sports medicine staff of Indiana University.
Publish research on orthopedic injuries
Become proficient at utilizing multiple state-of-the-art tools in sports science
Become proficient at operating a
MRI
machine
For consideration, please submit a letter of application, curriculum vita, and names and contact information of at least three references. Interested candidates should review the application requirements and submit their application at: https://indiana.peopleadmin.c...
Applications received by January 22, 2024 will be assured consideration. The search will remain open until the position is filled.
Required Qualifications
Candidates should possess good interpersonal and communication skills, excellent organizational skills, strong work ethic and a high motivation to learn. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Minimum: Bachelor’s degree
Preferred: Master’s degree in Exercise science, Rehabilitation, Kinesiology, or related field.
Preferred Skills
Experience in exercise science and sports science and or in orthopedic injury rehabilitation. Experience in conducting published scientific research.
Questions regarding the position or application process may be directed to Dr. Nicholas Port at nport@indiana.edu or submitted via postal mail to Indiana University School of Optometry, Attn: Dr. Port, 800 E. Atwater Ave., Bloomington, IN 47405.
01/22/2024
03/01/2024
IU-100727-2024
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents 1. Curriculum Vitae 2. Letter of Application Optional Documents 1. List Of References
Person | Role |
---|---|
Lawrence Rink, MD FACC |
Executive Director of the Dr. Lawrence D. Rink Center for Sports Medicine and Technology |
Person | Role |
---|---|
Thomas Morris |
Sr. Assistant AD for Athletic Performance |
Aaron Wellman |
Senior Assistant AD for Football Performance |
Lawrence Rink, MD FACC |
Executive Director of the Dr. Lawrence D. Rink Center for Sports Medicine and Technology |
Person | Role |
---|---|
Aaron Wellman |
Senior Assistant AD for Football Performance |
Thomas Morris |
Sr. Assistant AD for Athletic Performance |
Lawrence Rink, MD FACC |
Executive Director of the Dr. Lawrence D. Rink Center for Sports Medicine and Technology |
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