OPS Temporary Research Physical Therapist

Position Summary The University of South Florida is seeking a licensed Research Physical Therapist to support a multi-site, DoD-funded clinical research study (IM ABLE 2) investigating the long-term efficacy and cost-effectiveness of conventional versus advanced (energy-storing-and-returning) ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs) for individuals with lower extremity trauma. This is a paid, hourly contract position with a flexible schedule based on participant visit scheduling and study enrollment needs. The Research Physical Therapist will work closely with the Principal Investigators, study orthotist, research coordinators, and multi-site study team (USF, James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital – Tampa, and VA New York Harbor Healthcare System) to deliver study-specific orthotic training and complete standardized functional outcome assessments for enrolled participants.