The Movement Analysis and Translational Science Laboratory at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science is accepting applications for a research assistant. We are seeking an individual interested in investigating the relationship between biomechanics and functional outcomes in people with foot and ankle pathology. The current project is a multidisciplinary study funded by the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (http://www.aofas.org/).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
· Maintaining laboratory and relevant laboratory equipment
· Coordinate study and laboratory needs
· Assist in experimental set up and data acquisition
· Data management, analyses, reduction and synthesis
· Report generation and manuscript preparation

Education, Skills, & Experience:

Bachelor's or master's degree in biomedical engineering, biomechanics, or equivalent degree is required. Must be able to work independently and with a team. Must be willing to learn additional programs for data analysis. Familiarity with motion capture / analysis, inverse dynamic calculations, MATLAB, and basic research/statistical methodology is preferred. A minimum of one year of rehabilitation related research experience is also preferred.

This position is 30 hours / week with benefits. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and continue until the position is filled.

If you are interested, please contact Frank DiLiberto at frank.diliberto@rosalindfranklin.edu.

Frank DiLiberto PT, PhD, OCS, FAAOMPT
Assistant Professor
Department of Physical Therapy
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
3333 Green Bay Road
North Chicago, IL 60064