About The Role

Position Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Kinesiology

Appointment Type

Post Doc/Trainee

Job Description

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities

Selects a specific research project and conducts the project semi-independently under the mentorship of Inova staff and collaborating mentors.
Assists in preparing manuscripts for publication in professional journals and presentations at professional meetings.
Contributes to large projects and/or leads smaller research projects.
Meets regularly with mentor to discuss progress on research projects to identify and resolve any difficulties carrying out their work.
Assists in coordinating outreach programs for persons with Parkinson's disease.
Assists in teaching neuroscience, motor control, and/or aging-related courses.
Gives presentations at appropriate meetings, conferences, and seminars.

Required Minimum Qualifications

PhD in Neuroscience or equivalent degree

Preferred Qualifications

One year of human subjects research experience
One year of experience working with persons with Parkinson’s disease

Department Unit/Website

https://kin.hs.iastate.edu/
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Letter of Application/Cover Letter

Why Choose Iowa State University?

Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as

Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu, or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Proposed Start Date

September 21, 2026

Number of Months Employed Per Year

12 Month Work Period

Time Type

Part time

Pay Grade

Post Docs

Original Posting Date

August 25, 2026

Posting Close Date

August 31, 2026

Job Requisition Number

R19840

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General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.