Job Summary

The Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science at Drexel University is seeking to appoint a part time research project coordinator. The successful candidate will work on a research project titled “Tele-Exercise to Promote Empowered Movement with Spinal Cord Injury, TEEMS”. The project coordinator will report to and work for Laura Baehr, PT, DPT, PhD and coordinate with Margaret Finley, PT, PhD.

Research Program
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Project Coordinator to support a multi-year randomized controlled trial. This study will evaluate the effectiveness of TEEMS (Tele Exercise to promote Empowered Movement with Spinal Cord Injury)—designed to enhance personal and social factors to facilitate physical activity behavior through expert-led instruction, peer mentoring, and group engagement.


Essential Functions

• The Project Coordinator will work with Dr. Baehr to support administrative efforts related to community partner engagement, intervention oversight and management, video library management, participant scheduling, participant exercise equipment coordinating, as well as qualitative data collection and mixed methods analysis. The project coordinator will contribute 30 hours/week during the award period to support administrative efforts related to project initiation, data collection, analysis, and dissemination. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a significant and innovative health intervention that addresses accessibility, inclusion, and long-term health behavior change in the SCI community. - (Essential)

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences or related field or the equivalent combination of education and work experience. (Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information.)
• Minimum of 0-2 years of experience.
• Undergraduate degree from an accredited institution, preferably in health sciences or a closely related field.
• Available for in-person meetings and data management responsibilities.
• Proficient in scientific writing and spoken (in English) skills.
• Good interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, take initiative and meet deadlines.
• Flexible, committed and problem-solving attitude.
• Effective planning and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex tasks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate clinical degree from an accredited institution, preferably in occupational therapy or a closely related field.
• Lived experience with spinal cord injury.
• Prior experience coordinating or managing human subjects research studies.
• Prior experience with qualitative data collection and management.
• Coursework or training in research methods, statistics, or behavioral science.

Physical Demands

• Typically sitting at a desk/table

Location

• University City - Philadelphia, PA

Additional Information
This position is classified as Non-Exempt, grade I. Compensation for this grade ranges from  $19.69to $29.54 per hour. Please note that the offered rate for this position typically aligns with the minimum to midrange of this grade, but it can vary based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

Applicants are encouraged to explore the Professional Staff salary structure and Compensation Guidelines & Policies for more details on Drexel’s compensation framework. For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Benefits Brochure.

Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

Applicants should submit a

• Personal Statement (1 page double spaced that includes motivation for the position and relevant experience)
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Two letters of references

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.