JOBS

RESEARCH ASSOCIATES and ASSISTANTS

Academic Technical Assistant

The Department of Molecular Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Southern Denmark (SDU), invites applications for a full-time Academic Technical Assistant in the Phenotyping Core of the newly established Danish Center for Mouse Transgenics and Advanced Phenotyping (DCM-TAP).  The position is available from September 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is offered for an initial period of 3 years. Full Job Description (February 2026)

Physical Therapist II (R100089998)

The University of Miami/UHealth department of The Miami Project has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Physical Therapist 2 to work at the UHealth Medical Campus. The Physical Therapist II provides effective and efficient rehabilitation services to patients and clients in accordance with the APTA guidelines for physical therapy. The Physical Therapist II collaborates with healthcare teams that include physicians, occupational therapists, and psychologists.   Full Job Description (October 2025)

Core Responsibilities

• Performs evaluations of new patients to include the establishment of goals and appropriate treatment plans.
• Progresses patients through different levels of treatment within the patient’s maximum capabilities.
• Documents all evaluations, treatments, and other pertinent patient interactions.
• Provides relevant education to patients and families regarding medical conditions.
• Maintains effective communication with all members of the rehabilitation team.
• Communicates with physicians and their staff to obtain additional information and suggests revisions in treatment.

Research Associate 1 (R1000089339)

The University of Miami/UHealth department of The Miami Project has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Research Associate 1 to work at the UHealth Medical Campus. The Research Associate 1, SOM supports research activities for the assigned division by conducting laboratory experiments on assigned research projects. Moreover, the incumbent operates with the goal of advancing his/her expertise through continued education, training, and research.   Full Job Description

Core Responsibilities

• Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures.
• Participates in the publication of significant results.
• Maintains an overview of relevant research findings.
• Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice.
• Keeps abreast of current publications relative to methods, techniques, and developments within the area of research.
• Collects, prepares, analyzes, dissects, and evaluates specimens or tissue cultures.
• Operates and maintains laboratory equipment.
• Performs a variety of routine assays, tests, and studies.
• Performs calculations to complete research test results, collects data, and performs statistical analysis of laboratory results.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

STAFF POSITIONS

There are no open positions at this time.

THE HENRY G. STEINBRENNER SCHOLARS PROGRAM

The mission of The Henry G. Steinbrenner Scholars Program is to train the next generation of neuroscientists focused on developing new treatments and cures for some of the world’s most complex neurological diseases including traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries.

The Henry G. Steinbrenner Scholars Program is a prestigious and professional internship where the students are actively involved in the research and are working directly with the Principal Investigator.  Since its inception, The Miami Project has trained more than 500 post-doctoral fellows, graduate students, and visiting scholars.  These positions provide an opportunity for exceptional students to work in state-of-the-art research laboratories.  Utilizing their knowledge and laboratory skills, students take on specific functions and projects as part of a multidisciplinary team.  By developing undergraduate and graduate students into the fields of science, research, medicine, and engineering, The Miami Project is increasing the number of scientists and laboratories around the world working to obtain the knowledge to initiate new discoveries and clinical trials.  Learn More >

STUDENT FELLOWSHIPS and OPPORTUNITIES

Both graduate and undergraduate students have the opportunity to volunteer or accept part-time paid positions in many of our laboratories. Paid positions for summer students are made available each year through the support of various funding agencies.  Students have opportunities in both the Undergraduate and Graduate levels with the University of Miami.

The Miami Project’s affiliation with the University of Miami Graduate Neuroscience Program makes it a prime location for the mentoring of eager students.

Graduate students in the UM Neuroscience program are trained in cellular, molecular, and integrative neuroscience and have the option of choosing mentors from among Miami Project faculty. Learn more >