University of Pittsburgh · 2 months ago
Performance Research Assistant
Pittsburgh, PA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expThe University of Pittsburgh is seeking a Performance Research Assistant to support funded DoD research in the Neuromuscular Research Laboratory. The role involves conducting laboratory experiments, data collection, and administrative operations to assess physical performance and physiological stress across multiple studies.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Assists with and/or conducts laboratory experiments and routine tests and scientific tasks
Performs data and specimen collection and processing as well as equipment maintenance and set up
Ensures adherence to all established protocols and regulatory practices
Responsible for performing all daily research activities at the Neuromuscular Research Laboratory/Warrior Human Performance Research Center testing including (but not limited to) the following: - data collection and management - administrative operations to include scheduling volunteers and tests - instruction of subjects – collection, processing, analysis, and archiving of biomechanical, musculoskeletal, and physiological data
The position will require regular travel and occasionally early mornings/late evenings to conduct field research data collection
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
Research experience or a background at the bachelor's and/or master's level with human testing in the areas of physiology, kinesiology, biochemistry, sciences, or a similar field
Reliable means of transportation
Ability to flexibly adjust schedule to assist in data collection requiring early mornings (e.g. 5:00am start), late evenings, or travel
Successful completion of a background check
PA State Police Criminal Record Check
FBI Criminal Record Check
PA Child Abuse History Clearance
Resume
Preferred
Background in strength and conditioning
Company
University of Pittsburgh
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