Interdisciplinary Research Project: Master’s Thesis, Doctoral Thesis, or Postdoctoral Research
Topic: “Contraindications and Potential Risks of Foam Rolling – A Medical Survey Across Various Specialties”
Application Deadline: 1st September 2024
Location: Technical University of Munich (TUM), Munich, Germany
Overview: We invite motivated individuals to join an interdisciplinary research group to explore the potential risks and contraindications associated with foam rolling. This research opportunity is open to those interested in writing a high-quality Master’s thesis, integrating the project into a cumulative doctoral program, or pursuing postdoctoral research.
Who Are We? Our team comprises experts from several prestigious German universities and freelance researchers, including:
- Prof. Dr. Robert Schleip (Technical University of Munich)
- Prof. Dr. Jürgen Freiwald (University of Wuppertal)
- Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Klingler (University of Ulm)
- Prof. Dr. Claudia Egner (DIPLOMA University)
- Prof. Dr. Marc W. Hoppe (Philipps University Marburg)
- Dr. Christoph Baumgart (University of Wuppertal)
- Dr. Gero Slomka (University of Hildesheim Foundation)
- Kirsten Bartsch (Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg)
Our group focuses on various aspects of fascia training and therapy, leveraging our diverse backgrounds to analyze and explore these topics from multiple scientific perspectives. We employ both qualitative and quantitative research methods.
What We Offer: As part of our interdisciplinary working group, you will have the opportunity to:
- Develop a research project investigating the contraindications and potential risks of foam rolling, involving surveys and guided interviews with professionals across various medical specialties, including cardiology, phlebology, and orthopaedic/trauma surgery.
- Design the study collaboratively with guidance and support from our scientific advisory board throughout all phases of the project.
- Potentially publish your research in peer-reviewed journals.
Who We Are Looking For: We seek a highly motivated individual with the following qualifications:
- A completed Master’s degree (not yet defended) in sports science, physiotherapy, or a related field.
- A strong background in sports biology (e.g., anatomy, physiology).
- Knowledge of research methods and statistics.
- Excellent written and spoken German and English skills.
- A keen interest in scientific publication.
- An independent, responsible, and structured approach to research, with strong teamwork capabilities.
How to Apply: Please submit your letter of motivation and CV in a single PDF file by 1st September 2024 to Prof. Dr. Robert Schleip and Dr. Gunda Slomka at: fallberichte@fasciaresearch.net.
Contact Information:
- Prof. Dr. Robert Schleip
- TUM School of Medicine and Health, Department of Health and Sports Sciences
- Professorship for Conservative and Rehabilitative Orthopaedics
- Georg-Brauchle-Ring 60/62, D-80992 Munich, Germany
- Tel: +49 89 289 24560
- Fax: +49 89 289 24508
- robert.schleip@tum.de
- www.hs.mh.tum.de/kro
- www.tum.de
