Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Department of Physical Therapy, Movement, and Rehabilitation Sciences

About the Opportunity JOB SUMMARY The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will support a program of research at the intersection of physical activity, disability, rehabilitation, and health equity in the TRIBE Lab, Department of Physical Therapy, Movement, and Rehabilitation Sciences. The position contributes to developing and testing educational interventions for rehabilitation professionals and to evaluating community-based physical activity programs for people with disabilities. Working under the direction of the faculty principal investigator, the postdoc will coordinate studies, lead qualitative and mixed-methods analyses, contribute to manuscripts and grant applications, and mentor student researchers while developing toward an independent research career. Start date January 2027. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge of qualitative and mixed-method research design and analysis, research ethics and IRB procedures, and disability, rehabilitation, or physical activity research. Ability to manage multiple concurrent studies, work collaboratively with community partners, clinicians, and students, and write for peer-reviewed publication. As normally acquired through a doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) in kinesiology, rehabilitation science, public health, health professions education, or a related field, completed by the start date, and 0–3 years of postdoctoral research experience. Key Responsibilities Coordinates day-to-day implementation of research studies, including IRB submissions, participant recruitment, data collection, and meetings with stakeholder and community partners. Develops and maintains study protocols, data management systems, and project timelines. Ensures studies are conducted ethically, on schedule, and in accordance with approved protocols. Co-leads qualitative and mixed-methods data analysis, including codebook development, coder training and reconciliation, and thematic analysis. Designs evaluation frameworks, logic models, and outcome measures for community-based physical activity programs for people with disabilities. Manages and analyzes survey and feasibility data and prepares reports for research and community partners. Leads and co-authors peer-reviewed manuscripts, conference abstracts, and presentations. Translates research findings into accessible materials for community partners, clinicians, and participants. Contributes to the lab’s visibility in disability and rehabilitation research. Position Type Research Additional Information Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit for more information. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Compensation Grade/Pay Type: 108S Expected Hiring Range: $60,315.00 - $85,192.50 With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change. Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university and the recognized leader in experiential lifelong learning. Our approach of integrating real-world experience with education, research, and innovation empowers our students, faculty, alumni, and partners to create worldwide impact. Our global university system provides our community and academic, government, and industry partners with unique opportunities to think locally and act globally. The system- including 14 campuses across the U.S., U.K., and Canada, 300,000-plus alumni, and 3,000 partners worldwide- serves as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions. The university’s residential campuses for undergraduate and graduate degrees are located in Boston, London, and Oakland, California. Our research and graduate campuses are in the Massachusetts communities of Burlington and Nahant; Arlington, Virginia; Charlotte, North Carolina; Miami; Portland, Maine; Seattle; Silicon Valley, California; Toronto; and Vancouver. Northeastern’s personalized, experiential undergraduate and graduate programs lead to degrees through the doctorate in 10 colleges and schools across our campuses. 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