ResponsibilitiesIn this role, you will provide the clinical application of novel rehabilitation strategy, specifically to study the neural networks within the human spinal cord and leverage this understanding to facilitate recovery of motor function after spinal cord injury or CNS injury. Utilizing scientific methods, you will perform data analysis and occupational therapy. You will be working with an inter-disciplinary team of researchers from molecular biology, physiology, occupational therapy, and engineering to test novel therapeutic interventions and impact on motor function in humans. You will also be involved with data collection/analysis, organization of research projects, compose manuscripts and work with physical therapy assistants and laboratory assistants. QualificationsREQUIRED Physical therapy license in the State of California. Skill in physical therapy assessment and treatment of patients with spinal cord injury. Knowledge about cerebral palsy and related disorders. Ability to coordinate and prioritize a large number of tasks. Ability to use University research libraries for literature searches. Skill in motivating young adults with injuries and gaining their cooperation for testing and treatment sessions. Knowledge of normal and abnormal motor function and muscle firing patterns. Skill in using computers for data acquisition, analysis, graphics programs, and word processing. Ability to supervise staff, students and other professionals. PREFERRED Previous experience with spinal cord injury patients undergoing surgical procedures. Skill in operating systems and equipment used for 3D motion analysis including motion analysis system, electromyography, and force plates. UCLA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. [](https://www.linkedin.com/company/ucla-health/life/) [](https://www.youtube.com/user/UCLA) [](https://www.facebook.com/UCLA/) [](https://www.instagram.com/ucla/) [](https://www.snapchat.com/add/uclaofficial) [](https://twitter.com/ucla) *U CAN HELP DEFINE NURSING EXCELLENCE* At UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Nursing, there’s no limit to what U CAN do in your nursing career. Because our nurses are essential in the delivery of the world-class care UCLA Health is known for, we provide them with every resource and opportunity to achieve their fullest professional and personal potential. Through our Center for Nursing Excellence, state-of-the-art clinical technology, shared governance, recognition programs and more, we’re inspiring, empowering and supporting our nurses to go further in their practice. It’s no wonder we’ve been able to achieve Magnet status multiple times in multiple locations. When you’re ready to elevate your nursing career, we have ongoing openings at locations throughout our system, including: * Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center * UCLA Medical Center, Santa Monica * Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital at UCLA * UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital * Over 160 UCLA ambulatory clinics, specialty practices and urgent care centers No matter where you serve with UCLA Health, you’ll enjoy all of the cultural, recreational and lifestyle advantages Southern California has to offer.