Lead Exercise Physiologist: Human Performance

VS-Postdoc; Ann Arbor, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Michigan seeks an exceptional Postdoctoral Fellow to join the AMISxHAIL teams as Lead Exercise Physiologist. The role spans lab-based metabolic assessments and field studies with elite athletes, partnering with engineers and clinicians to translate science into real-world innovation.

You will administer metabolic testing, contribute to NIH-funded studies on aerobic exercise and bone health, and mentor students while advancing high-impact research and publications.

Qualifications

• Education: Ph. D. in Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, Clinical Physiology, or a closely related discipline.
• Expertise in Human Energetics: Extensive hands-on experience independently executing metabolic testing, indirect calorimetry calibration, and advanced data processing (kinetics, substrate oxidation formulas).
• Clinical Monitoring Skills: Complete competency in running, reading, and evaluating 12-lead Electrocardiograms (ECG/EKG) during maximal exertion, sub-maximum exercise testing, and resting metabolic testing.
• Autonomy: Proven ability to operate with a high degree of independence, solve complex technical/equipment problems without direct supervision, and manage multiple study timelines concurrently.
• Scientific Communication: A strong peer-reviewed publication footprint and demonstrated experience in abstract and manuscript preparation.
• Passion for Sport & Performance Innovation: A deep, intrinsic passion for sports, athletic culture, and human performance science.

Responsibilities

• Lab setup, integration, calibration, and troubleshooting of physiology equipment (Cosmed metabolic carts, ECG systems).
• Collect and analyze in-lab and field exercise testing data with elite athletes and cohorts; conduct VO2max and running economy testing.
• Author high-impact manuscripts and present findings at conferences; translate data for partners and grant reporting.
• Oversee daily project operations; supervise undergraduate and graduate students on AMSI and NIH projects.

Skills

Metabolic testing

ECG interpretation

Data processing

Scientific communication

Autonomy

Education

PhD in Kinesiology/Exercise Physiology/Clinical Physiology

Tools

Indirect calorimetry equipment

ECG systems

Job description

University of Michigan seeks an exceptional Postdoctoral Fellow to join the AMISxHAIL teams as Lead Exercise Physiologist. The role spans lab-based metabolic assessments and field studies with elite athletes, partnering with engineers and clinicians to translate science into real-world innovation.

You will administer metabolic testing, contribute to NIH-funded studies on aerobic exercise and bone health, and mentor students while advancing high-impact research and publications.