Physiotherapist with Research Experience - Virtual Clinical Study
About the job
- Be licensed and in good standing as a physiotherapist or physician in Canada.
- Have prior experience as a Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator on an REB-approved human-subject study.
- Have a clinical or research background in musculoskeletal rehabilitation.
- Maintain current Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification or be willing to complete it before REB submission; the employer covers the cost.
- Be available 5 to 15 hours per week from October through study close, with heavier involvement during REB review and enrolment.
- Be reachable within one business day for safety and REB matters.
- Ensure the scientific and ethical conduct of the study.
- Sign off on the study protocol and Research Ethics Board (REB) submission.
- Oversee participant safety and adverse event reporting, and answer REB questions throughout the study.
- Train research assistants on functional assessments and oversee their work with participants.
- Contribute as an author to the resulting publication.
- Foot and ankle experience is a strong asset.
About the company
Sidekick Tool makes and sells advanced muscle recovery devices, including muscle scrapers and vibration therapy tools, through its online store. The products are built from medical-grade stainless steel and use patented comfort grips to improve safety and ease of use. Customers can buy models like Echo, Eclipse, and Bow, each aimed at different recovery needs, and use them at home for targeted muscle relief, suitable for athletes, clinicians, and general pain relief. The company sells directly to consumers, bypassing traditional retail, and positions its tools as providing Olympic-level recovery from home. Its goal is to help people achieve professional-level muscle recovery and pain relief in a convenient, at-home setting.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$330K
Headquarters
Edmonton, Canada
Founded
2012
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Sidekick launched AxisBoard Pro, LadderPod, and Heel Hero by March 2026.
- July 2026 hiring for eCommerce video and design signals active growth investment.
- Updated March 12, 2026 website and 1,403 AxisBoard reviews show strong merchandising momentum.
What critics are saying
- Sidekick’s clinical-proven claims on sidekicktool.com invite FTC and state attorney-general scrutiny.
- A crowded recovery-tools market lets Therabody, Hyperice, and cheaper Amazon sellers undercut Sidekick.
- If repeat buyers tire of scrapers, Sidekick’s DTC demand collapses with no subscription cushion.
What makes Sidekick unique
- Medical-grade stainless-steel recovery tools and patented comfort grips differentiate Sidekick’s hardware.
- Sidekick’s HSA/FSA checkout on Eclipse and related tools lowers purchase friction.
- Direct-to-consumer bundles and verified reviews give Sidekick tighter pricing and merchandising control.
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Benefits
- Remote Work Options
- Flexible Work Hours