Research Intern-Vasavada Lab

Details

Posted: 28-Feb-24

Location: Pullman, Washington

Type: Full-time

Salary: Open

Categories:

Research - Laboratory/Non-Laboratory
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 5059209

Research Intern-Vasavada Lab
Available Title(s):
1457-YN_ADMINPRO - Research Intern
Business Title:
Research Intern-Vasavada Lab
Employee Type:
Admin. Professional (+) (Fixed Term)
Time Type:
Full time
Position Term:
12 Month
Position Details:
Summary of Duties:
A full time one-year Research Intern position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Anita Vasavada, in Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering at Washington State University (WSU) in Pullman, WA. Dr. Vasavada's lab focuses on biomechanics and neural control of the musculoskeletal system, focusing on the human head and neck system.
Successful candidates will assist with research related to fatigue in human neck musculoskeletal biomechanics, including electromyography, posture and strength measurement, experimental design, protocol planning, and data analysis.
Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study or equivalent related field experience performing professional-level work with scientific or clinical research protocols. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. Experimental and analytical skills; understanding and knowledge of research theory; interviewing experience; excellent organizational and project management skills.
  
• Applicants must possess a Bachelor's degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering, math, physics or a related field.
  
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a research laboratory.
  

Additional Information:
Area/College:
Voiland College of Engineering
Department Name:
Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering
Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience
City, State, Zip:
Pullman, WA 99164-7620
Department Link:
https://voiland.wsu.edu/vsceb-personnel-faculty/anita-vasavada/
Monthly Salary:
$3,375 - $4,867 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Successful candidates typically begin up to mid-point of the salary range. For more information regarding Administrative Professional (AP) Compensation at Washington State University (WSU), please visit the following website: https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/classification-compensation/ap-compensation-structure/ .
WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts.
For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for AP staff visit: https://hrs.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024-Benefit-Overview-for-Faculty-and-AP.pdf .
Find total compensation information here: https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/recruitment-toolkit/total-compensation/ .
Overtime Eligibility:
Overtime eligible
FTE: 100%
Temporary End Date:
This is a temporary position expected to end on December 31, 2024. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.
Posting Close Date:
The posting close date has been revised; Applicants must now submit their completed application by Sunday, March 10, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.
Background Check:
This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34 , engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.
Application Instructions:
All applicants must upload a cover letter and resume/cv to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications.

• External candidates, please upload all documents in the 'Resume/CV' section of your application. Internal candidates, please upload all documents in the 'Resume/Cover Letter' section of your application.
  
• All documents must be attached before submitting the application. The application cannot be edited once submitted.
  
• Documents may be submitted in one file or separate files.
  
• Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF if possible.
  
• Applicants will be requested to provide contact information for professional references within the online application.
  

Required Documents:

• Cover letter detailing qualifications
  
• Curriculum vitae
  
• contact information for three (3) professional references, upload as one document
  

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.
WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [email protected] .
To apply, visit https://wsu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WSU_Jobs/job/Pullman-WA/Research-Intern-Vasavada-Lab_R-10930
Washington State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Educator and Employer.
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