Part-Time Research Assistant/Associate - Muscle Function and Locomotion - Biomechanics Laboratory
About The Position
The Muscle Function and Locomotion Group within Penn States’ Biomechanics Laboratory is seeking a dedicated part-time laboratory assistant to support ongoing research projects and routine laboratory maintenance. The primary focus of the lab member will be to assist on an animal-based experimental protocols. Duties will include animal monitoring, assistance with experimental procedures (e.g. biomechanical movement assessments, metabolic measurements), and supply ordering, among others. The lab member may also interact on human-based research projects and, depending on experience, may assist on electronics and in designing and manufacturing novel research equipment and software. The applicant does not require prior animal or human research work but must be comfortable interacting with animals in research. The applicant will be required to undertake the required institutional training (IACUC, EHS, etc.) prior to working on research protocols. For more information please contact Dr. Jonas Rubenson: [email protected] . The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
Requirements
- Must be comfortable interacting with animals in research
- Applicant will be required to undertake the required institutional training (IACUC, EHS, etc.) prior to working on research protocols
Nice To Haves
- Prior animal or human research work
Responsibilities
- Animal monitoring
- Assistance with experimental procedures (e.g. biomechanical movement assessments, metabolic measurements)
- Supply ordering
- Assist on electronics and in designing and manufacturing novel research equipment and software
- Interact on human-based research projects
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
