Part-time Research Assistant/associate - Muscle Function And Locomotion - Biomechanics Laboratory

Bordenstein Lab

University Park, PA, US
Hybrid
Comfortable interacting with animals in research
Complete institutional training iacuc ehs
Assist on animal-based experimental protocols
The position supports ongoing research projects within the Muscle Function and Locomotion Group at Penn State's Biomechanics Laboratory

Job Summary

  • The position supports ongoing research projects within the Muscle Function and Locomotion Group at Penn State's Biomechanics Laboratory.
  • Primary duties include animal monitoring, assistance with biomechanical movement assessments, metabolic measurements, and supply ordering.
  • Applicants may interact on human-based research projects and assist with electronics or software design depending on their experience level.

Matching Summary

The position supports ongoing research projects within the Muscle Function and Locomotion Group at Penn State's Biomechanics Laboratory.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • comfortable interacting with animals in research
  • complete institutional training IACUC EHS
  • assist on animal-based experimental protocols

Nice-to-have

  • experience designing and manufacturing novel equipment
  • ability to assist on human-based research projects
  • willingness to undertake required safety training

Key Requirements

  • Must complete IACUC and EHS institutional training prior to work
  • Must be comfortable interacting with animals in a research setting
  • Background check completion required by University policies

Work Rights

Not specified

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