Summary
The University of Nebraska Medical Center is inviting applications for a fully funded PhD student position within the ACL Research Team. The scholarship focuses on advancing research in ACL injury and Post-Traumatic Osteoarthritis (PTOA), with opportunities to work alongside orthopaedic and interdisciplinary research teams under the mentorship of Dr. Liz Wellsandt. Selected candidates will receive full tuition support, stipend, and health insurance coverage.
PhD Scholarship Opportunity in ACL Injury & PTOA Research at UNMC
Designation
PhD Student – ACL Research Team
Research Area
- ACL Injury Rehabilitation
- Post-Traumatic Osteoarthritis (PTOA)
- Rehabilitation Science
- Orthopaedic Research
- Physical Therapy Research
Location
📍 University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, Nebraska, USA
Eligibility / Qualification
Applicants should meet the following criteria:
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree
- Eligibility for Nebraska Physical Therapy licensure
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Demonstrated research interest and initiative
- Ability to work effectively within interdisciplinary teams
Job Description
The selected PhD student will:
- Lead and support research projects from study design to publication
- Participate in data collection, analysis, and manuscript preparation
- Collaborate with orthopaedics and interdisciplinary research teams
- Contribute to grant development activities
- Support DPT education and academic initiatives
- Advance rehabilitation science research related to ACL injury and PTOA
Funding & Mentorship
- Full funding support including:
- Tuition waiver
- Monthly stipend
- Health insurance coverage
- Direct mentorship from Dr. Liz Wellsandt
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- Updated CV
- Cover Letter
- References
Applications should be sent via email to:
📧 elizabeth.wellsandt@unmc.edu
Last Date to Apply
📅 June 10, 2026
Additional Information
This opportunity is ideal for candidates passionate about rehabilitation science and translational orthopaedic research, aiming to contribute to innovative research in ACL injury and Post-Traumatic Osteoarthritis.
