Student Research Assistant/Non-Student Research Assistant - Jobs in Calgary, AB

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About MRUFounded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University (MRU) grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. MRU has carved out a distinct niche by offering smaller class sizes, a robust liberal education, and unique undergraduate programs. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 13 bachelor degrees and 38 majors. MRU provides exceptional teaching, personalized learning and a strong foundation of experiential learning. We are striving to become one of Canada’s top destinations for undergraduate studies.MRU is located in the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of the Treaty 7 region in southern Alberta, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuutina, and the Iyarhe Nakoda. We are situated on land where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. The traditional Blackfoot name of this place is "Mohkinstsis," which we now call the City of Calgary. The City of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation. Calgary is located in less than one-hour drive from the majestic Canadian Rocky Mountains. The city brings a mix of dynamic big city energy, cheerful western hospitality, and wondrous natural beauty.MRU is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning, and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.About the Department of Health & Physical EducationMount Royal University currently offers a degree program in Health and Physical Education with majors in Athletic Therapy, Ecotourism and Outdoor Leadership, Physical Literacy and Sport and Recreation Management.About the RoleThe Fascicles, Tendons and Energetics Research (FasTER) Laboratory, within the Department of Health and Physical Education at Mount Royal University, invites applications for a Student Research Assistant. This part-time (10-20 hours per week), fixed-term position is for approximately one year (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension. The successful research assistant will work closely with Dr. Jared Fletcher, PhD, a Faculty member in the Department of Health and Physical Education, and Director of the Fascicles, Tendons and Energetics Research (FasTER) Laboratory. The research assistant will oversee the direct coordination of all aspects of a research project related to human neuromuscular physiology and mechanics during locomotion, supported by the Principle Investigator, and providing guidance to the research team members (co-investigators, research coordinators, research assistants, graduate trainees and support staff).Responsibilities:

• Engage in research related to human locomotion in healthy and clinical populations by gathering and synthesizing physiological and biomechanical data.

• Data collection, management, entry and analyses.

• Schedule, organize and report on status of research activities, including interaction with and recruitment of research participants.

• Plan and modify research techniques, procedures, tests and equipment.

• Draft, develop, and edit research materials for presentations and peer-reviewed publications.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in, or recent graduate of, a Health and Physical Education program (eg. Kinesiology, human kinetics, health sciences, etc.)
• Experience with research techniques in human movement, especially electromyography, would be considered an asset.
• Previous experience with research practicums, directed readings or directed studies would be an asset.
• Ability to perform detailed design, documentation and implementation of moderately complex technological systems.
• Demonstrated ability to determine priorities and deadlines independently, make decisions and problem solve.
• Skills in Microsoft office (word, excel, powerpoint), and statistical software (JASP, SPSS, SigmaPlot, Graphpad) would be an asset.
• A keen interest in pursuing sport or health sciences and/or academic research as a career.
• Completion of courses in exercise physiology, biomechanics or biomedical engineering would be considered an asset.
• Knowledge of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome or joint hypermobility would be asset.

Specified Schedule:Flexible and may require evenings and weekends as required by the project goals, which will be approved by the supervisor.Salary Scale: Research Assistant Step 1A cover letter and resume should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name].pdf (ex. Smith.pdf).Dr. Jared R. Fletcher, PhDDepartment of Health and Physical EducationMount Royal University4825 Mount Royal Gate SWCalgary, Alberta, T3E 6K6jfletcher@mtroyal.caQuick Apply

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