The Neuromechanics and Applied Locomotion Laboratory at the University of Utah is hiring a full-time Research Assistant to assist with on-going funded research examining balance and mobility, particularly in people with mild traumatic brain injuries (i.e., concussions). The candidate will have the opportunity to work on several federally-funded and foundation-funded projects with Dr. Peter Fino and collaborators. The candidate will interact on a regular basis with volunteer research subjects, physical therapists, engineers, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and other faculty from various groups across campus, including Neurology, Physical Therapy & Athletic Training, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, and Psychology, and with research teams at other institutions across the country.

The ideal applicant should have experience working with human research participants, exceptional interpersonal skills, experience in clinical settings, a grasp of biomechanics, anatomy, and rehabilitation, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Requirements:
  • A BS in a relevant discipline, such as kinesiology, biomechanics, athletic training, physical therapy, psychology, engineering, or health science related field
  • Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills
Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess the following preferred qualities:
  • Experience conducting human subject research and interacting with participants with impaired balance, mobility or neuromuscular control
  • Ability to excel in both team and individual environments
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Familiarity with biomechanical instrumentation including force plates, motion capture cameras, inertial measurement units, and electromyography
  • MS in a relevant discipline, such as kinesiology, biomechanics, athletic training, physical therapy, engineering, or health science related field
Salary Range: $20-25/hr. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

The position is a full-time (40 hrs/wk) position. The position will be renewable annually based on job performance and the availability of funding.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Apply here: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/208152

Please submit the following information combined into a single PDF:
  1. Cover letter describing interest in the position and previous research experience
  2. CV
  3. Names and contact information of three references.