Biomechanics Research Assistant - 3D Printing & Data

University Of Nebraska Omaha; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Nebraska at Omaha is seeking a Research Assistant in Biomechanics to support NE3D projects as an hourly worker. You will assist faculty and students with experiments, prototypes, and data collection in the Biomechanics lab.

The role involves equipment operation, documentation, outreach activities, and contributing to NSF reporting. This on-site, hourly position offers hands-on learning in a STEM-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting laboratory research and following experimental protocols.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills with ability to maintain records.
• Experience communicating with students, researchers, educators, or community partners.
• Ability to collect, organize, and analyze scientific data and keep lab records accurate.

Responsibilities

• Research Support: conduct experiments, fabricate prototypes, assist NE3D projects.
• Equipment Management: operate, maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot, document lab equipment use.
• Data Collection: collect, organize, analyze, and maintain research data and records.
• Education & Outreach: support student training, workshops, and STEM outreach.
• Center Documentation: track research activities and NSF reporting data.

Skills

Research experience

Laboratory organization

Communication

Documentation

Project coordination

Education

Biomechanics or Biomedical Engineering degree

Tools

3D printing

CAD

Job description

University of Nebraska at Omaha is seeking a Research Assistant in Biomechanics to support NE3D projects as an hourly worker. You will assist faculty and students with experiments, prototypes, and data collection in the Biomechanics lab.

The role involves equipment operation, documentation, outreach activities, and contributing to NSF reporting. This on-site, hourly position offers hands-on learning in a STEM-focused environment.