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Apply for Job Job ID362455 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyResearch-Support Full/Part TimePart-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code8352P1 Employee ClassCivil Service Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job Primary work will be to perform electrophysiological and behavioral data analysis. This is a temporary Civil Service position. Managing IRB protocols (25%) Coordinating IRB protocol amendments, managing reporting on the clinical study, recruiting participants. Data collection (50%) Coordinating data collection visits with participants and at-home assessment sessions, calibrating and maintaining the sensor kits, developing apps for data collection, verifying integrity of the data collection, and managing the database of sensor data. Analyzing data sets (25%) Analyze sensor data, perform statistical tests, generate figures based on those analyses, assist with preparation and organization of research posters and manuscripts. Qualifications Required: Bachelor's degree that includes study in engineering, neuroscience, mathematics, and/or computer science, or a combination of related education and work experience to equal four years. Incumbents that are nearly finished with their senior year of their Bachelor's degree will also be considered. Preferred: Experience managing IRB protocols, working with wearable sensors for monitoring motor signs of Parkinson's disease, and analyzing human data sets tracking gait and postural instability. The incumbent will be expected to demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills, reliability, teamwork, attention to detail, motivation, ability to follow and develop protocols, and ability to organize research studies with complex logistics. About the Department The Department of Biomedical Engineering is an academic unit of the College of Science and Engineering that administers biomedical engineering degree programs at all levels (bachelor's, master's, and doctoral). While research possibilities among the graduate faculty span the full spectrum of biomedical engineering, the Department has established interests in cardiovascular, neural, and cancer engineering. We seek to focus growth and excellence in these research areas as we grow. How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647. Diversity Employment Requirements Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. About the U of M The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations. At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022). The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.