Exercise Physiologist

Job overview

The Exercise Physiologist position is onsite in Durham, NC. The posting does not specify compensation. The Institute for Medical Research conducts research for the Durham VA Health Care System, and this role supports clinical research and exercise-related activities. The physiologist assesses participants, develops individualized exercise prescriptions, and monitors safety and physiological responses during research activities. The role also documents study information and collaborates with investigators, research staff, and clinical teams to carry out exercise-related protocols.

What you'll do

• Conduct exercise, fitness, and functional assessments
• develop exercise prescriptions and goals
• monitor participants and physiological responses
• recognize abnormal responses and follow established procedures
• supervise exercise sessions
• modify activities according to participant response and protocol
• maintain safe exercise environments and equipment
• educate participants
• document assessments, sessions, and research data
• collaborate with investigators and research staff.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

exercise physiologist

durham nc

institute for medical research

clinical research

exercise assessment

exercise prescription

participant monitoring

research protocols

acsm certification

exercise physiology

$62,400–$83,200/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• For eligible employees: health, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability insurance
• matching 403(b) plan for employees working 20 or more hours
• paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Why this role

A master’s degree in Exercise Physiology or Exercise Science is required, or a bachelor’s degree with an ACSM Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist credential may be accepted; ACSM certification requirements vary by level.

About the employer

Institute For Medical Research Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.