Research Laboratory Technician II - Physical Therapy - Omaha (Part-time)

Creighton University; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Creighton University’s Department of Physical Therapy seeks a part‑time Research Technician II to support a grant‑funded project focused on neuromuscular changes after ACL reconstruction. You will help manage recruitment, schedule participants, and oversee student workers while coordinating on‑site data collection (Omaha, NE and surrounding areas).

The role involves data processing and analysis, with dissemination activities like abstracts, posters, and manuscripts, and will run ~2 years

Qualifications

• Completed bachelor’s degree required; preferred previous experience in human subjects research.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to organize data and documentation.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and ethical handling of research data.

Responsibilities

• 40% – Research project management: scheduling participants and managing data.
• 30% – Data collection: ultrasound imaging, strength and biomechanical data collection.
• 30% – Data processing and analysis and dissemination activities.

Skills

MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPnt

Organization

Time management

Oral and written communication

Integrity in research data

Teamwork

Independent work mindset

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Research Technician II provides technical and operational support for research activities in the Creighton University Department of Physical Therapy. Responsibilities will include project management (e.g., supporting recruitment, participant scheduling, oversight of student workers, and communication), assisting with on-site data collection (Omaha, NE and surrounding areas), data processing and analysis, and assisting with dissemination activities (e.g., abstracts, posters, manuscripts). This position will be focused on a grant utilizing ultrasound imaging, strength testing, and biomechanics to more closely investigate neuromuscular changes after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. The research technician will also assist with other ongoing activities in the lab. This part‑time, on-campus position is generally Monday‑Friday.

This is a grant funded position beginning July 1, 2026 for ~2 years, with annual renewals depending on performance and funding. Once the grant funding has been exhausted, the position will end.

Essential Functions

At all times employees are expected to uphold Creighton’s core values and demonstrate commitment to cultivating belonging and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment, while adhering to all University Ethical Standards of Conduct, rules, regulations, and job requirements, including required educational trainings.

• 40% - Research project management, specifically scheduling participants and managing data
• 30% - Data collection, including assisting in ultrasound imaging, strength, and biomechanical data collections
• 30% - Data processing and analysis

Education & Experience

Completed bachelor’s degree required; preferred previous experience in human subjects research.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite to include Word, Excel; PowerPoint and Outlook
• Organization
• Time management
• Oral and written communication
• Integrity with management of research data
• Strong teamwork
• Intellectual independence and self-motivation
• Interpersonal skills with variety of individuals, including students, adults, individuals with disability, adult caregivers, and collaborating investigators

About Us

Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination. Creighton complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

Applicants with disabilities needing reasonable accommodations to complete the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources at [e-mail]. Creighton University seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to the University's mission and values.