The Kevin P. Granata Biomechanics Laboratory is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral associate to join a dynamic, multi-center, interdisciplinary team focused on developing a prognostic model of second Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury risk. The study team includes researchers and clinicians as part of the ACL-CARE consortium, who are dedicated to improving access to high-quality care for individuals who have sustained an ACL injury, with the ultimate goal of reducing the risk of subsequent injury following return to unrestricted physical activity.

The postdoctoral associate will gain experience in clinic-based biomechanical testing and analysis, as well as in the longitudinal tracking of adolescent patients following ACL reconstruction. Responsibilities will include mentoring graduate and undergraduate students within the Granata Laboratory; collaborating with researchers on laboratory- and clinic-based biomechanics assessments; and engaging with faculty within the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Carilion Clinics, members of the study team at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and collaborators at High Point University.

This position will also involve coordination of a multi-center study encompassing clinical and biomechanical assessments and the review of medical records. The successful candidate will contribute to grant proposal preparation, including the development and submission of a K99/R00 application, and will be expected to disseminate research findings through publication in peer-reviewed journals and presentation at national and international conferences.

The ideal candidate must demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative research environment and possess experience mentoring junior researchers. A willingness to engage directly with adolescent clinical patients and collaborating physicians is also required.

- PhD in biomedical sciences, biomedical engineering, kinesiology, athletic training, physical therapy, or a related field. PhD must be awarded no more than four years prior to the effective date of appointment with a minimum of one year eligibility remaining.
- Degree in either physical therapy or athletic training.
- Experience in biomechanics data collection methods including and understanding of the following data collection methods: motion capture, electromyography, in-shoe load measurements, and force plates.
- Publication record in peer-reviewed journals and giving presentations at national scientific conferences.

- Expertise in programing (MATLAB or python)
- Working knowledge of statistical analysis (R studio working knowledge is preferred).
- Clinical assessment of sports injuries and previous work in adolescent populations.

Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Restricted

Starting at $62,232, commensurate with experience

40

03/23/2026

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

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