Website

https://medicine.uiowa.edu/pt/research/neurobiology-pain

Research Topic

Mechanisms of chronic pain and fatigue

Project and Position Details

Undergraduate Research Assistant in the Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science/Carver College of Medicine is looking for undergraduate research assistants to assist with studies examining the mechanisms of chronic pain and fatigue. The position is for up to 20 hours per week and may require some evenings and weekends. Duties for the position include: performing daily laboratory tasks, assisting in experiments involving animal work and tissue sample analysis, and record keeping and data entry. Freshmen and sophomore students encouraged to apply. Desired qualifications include interest in neuroscience, biology, exercise science, or physical therapy research.

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Time Commitment

15-20 per week

Compensation

Pay

Start Date

Fall semester

Timeline

Ongoing, potential to be a continuous position

Application Instructions

Apply at Handshake Job #7944992 or email resume to lynn-rasmussen@uiowa.edu expressing interest