Student Assistant

The Ohio State University

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Functions as a Research Assistant to support and execute clinical and exercise physiology research within the Department of Radiology. Works under general supervision to coordinate study visits, assist with physiological data collection (e.g., cardiopulmonary exercise testing, metabolic measurements, imaging studies), and ensure accurate documentation and data integrity. Contributes to participant management, data processing, and regulatory compliance; assists investigators with preparation of figures, presentations, and manuscripts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Physiology, Biology, or a related field required.
• Requires successful completion of a background check
• selected candidate may be required to complete a pre‑employment physical and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in human subjects research involving exercise testing, metabolic assessments, or cardiopulmonary analysis strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with research operations, data collection systems, and regulatory documentation (IRB, HIPAA) desired.
• Working knowledge of physiological testing equipment (e.g., metabolic carts, ECG systems, MRI, or body composition analyzers) and basic data management principles preferred.

Responsibilities

• coordinate study visits
• assist with physiological data collection (e.g., cardiopulmonary exercise testing, metabolic measurements, imaging studies)
• ensure accurate documentation and data integrity
• contributes to participant management
• data processing
• regulatory compliance
• assists investigators with preparation of figures, presentations, and manuscripts

Benefits

• Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level