Federal Work Study (On Campus)-Physical Therapy Research Assistant

Undergraduate/Graduate Research Assistants in Physical Therapy will support faculty-led research projects by assisting with clinical data collection, analysis, and implementation of research protocols. Responsibilities may include:

Students may also work with analytical and clinical software such as MATLAB, Qualisys, Visual 3D, and Power BI, and contribute to literature reviews or research documentation.

This position provides hands-on experience in clinical research processes, data interpretation, and evidence-based practices. It is especially valuable for students interested in human movement science and rehabilitation, particularly those planning to pursue graduate studies.

Strong communication and critical thinking skills are essential. Candidates should be able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a research team.

Please upload your resume, cover letter, 3 list of references and your federal work study authorization form online.

To be eligible for FEDERAL WORK STUDY positions, students MUST BE QUALIFIED and RECEIVE a FEDERAL WORK STUDY AWARD from the ECU Financial Aid Office (Old Cafeteria Complex, 252-328-6610).

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