Research Assistant, Neuromuscular Physiology of Movement Laboratory

Marquette University, United States

Updated: 8 days ago
Location: Milwaukee, WISCONSIN
Job Type: PartTime

Posting Details
Position Information


Posting Number 201104029
Position Title Research Assistant, Neuromuscular Physiology of Movement Laboratory
State WI
Employment Status Part Time
Position Status Limited Term
If Limited Term (End Date of Assignment, Project, or Grant) 08/31/2025
Position Type Staff
Job Family Research and Lab Services
Position Overview
A research assistant position is available to work in the Neuromuscular Physiology of Movement Laboratory under the supervision of Professor Sandra Hunter. The research assistant will aid with experiments and laboratory activities involving human participants with older adults and other clinical populations. The research assistant will aid in research participant testing and assessments, exercise training studies, data collection and perform data and statistical analysis.
The position is for individuals who are highly motivated, organized, and able to work independently and as an integral part of our larger research team. Dr. Hunter’s laboratory is part of a diverse, collegial, and highly interactive group of research laboratories in the Exercise Science program, Department of Physical Therapy at Marquette University. More information about the laboratory can be found at https://www.hunterneurolab.com/ .
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Help manage and coordinate scientific research studies on the mechanisms of whole limb fatigue and exercise-training of older people and with diabetes by organizing research participant recruitment, screening and scheduling, and aid with assessments of their physical function, and collection of questionnaire and activity data.
2. Assist with all experimental studies and exercise training
3. Aid student researchers, standard operation procedures and safety protocols, and research regulatory documents
4. Assist with budgetary responsibilities, ordering and maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies
5. Perform data entry, and perform routine maintenance on laboratory equipment as needed
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Bachelor’s degree in Exercise or Health Science related field.
A minimum of 1 year of related experience.
Must be willing to work flexible hours as required.
Must be able to work independently, communicate effectively and sensitively with the public including persons with spinal cord injury (SCI), and ensure compliance with study, safety, and IRB procedures.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Phlebotomy Trained
Department Exercise Science
Posting Date 04/15/2024
Closing Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
EOE Statement
It is the policy of Marquette University to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or state-protected classification.

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