What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Technician- Biomechanics position at University of Nebraska Omaha?
Requisiton Details
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GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION
EEO Statement:
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Job Title
Laboratory Technician- Biomechanics
Job Grade
RA15H
Division
Academic Affairs
College/Dept
College of Education, Health and Human Sciences
Department
Biomechanics
Requisition Number
2026-00301
FTE (full-time equivalency)
100.00
Work Schedule
M-F 8-5
Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting?
No remote/telecommute opportunity
Appointment Term
12- 12/12 months
Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy?
No
Pay Information
42,000 - 63,000
Pay Schedule
Annually
FLSA Designation
Non-Exempt
Position Summary
Position summary: The research technician will perform general technical and administrative duties with a focus on human movement biomechanics, including but not limited to:
Study coordination: Communicate with research collaborators and team members and study subjects. This will include recruiting and scheduling subjects for data collections, following up during intervention periods, and communicating details on planned data collections.
Regulatory compliance: Coordinate and maintain human subjects compliance approvals in support of the principal investigator. Ensure all team members have completed required training.
Data collection: Schedule, set-up, coordinate research personnel and study subjects for data collections required to implement funded research studies.
Data processing: Correctly back-up, store, and oversee processing of study data. Supervise students assigned to complete data processing and assist with preparation of results for publication and grant submission. Be able to train students on data processing.
Equipment maintenance and supply management: Know how to operate and maintain required equipment as well as needed supplies. Be able to train students and other members of the research team on operating equipment.
Job Duties
Responsibility Area:
Study Coordination
Duties:
Coordinate and organize all aspects of funded research projects including compliance approval, scheduling, communication and follow-up. This includes being the liaison with collaborators.
Percentage Of Time
50
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Data Collection and Management
Duties:
Collect biomechanics data according to study protocols. Train and oversee support members of the research team. Oversee data processing and storage and prepare data for publications.
Percentage Of Time
40
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Equipment maintenance
Duties:
Maintain equipment needed for data collection, troubleshoot and coordinate with the research core facilities when necessary.
Percentage Of Time
10
Essential Function:
Yes
Required and Preferred Qualifications
Required Education
MS in engineering, science, or related filed.
Required Experience
Prior experience in collecting biomechanics data.
Required License/Certification
Required Additional Qualifications:
Ability to be credentialed with the Department of Veterans' Affairs
Preferred Education
Preferred Experience
Preferred License/Certification
Preferred Additional Qualifications:
Compliance Requirements
Credit Check
No
Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check
No
Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment
No
Drug Screen
No
To create a Posting, first complete the information on this screen, then click the Next button or select the page in the left hand navigation menu. Proceed through all sections completing all necessary information. To submit the Posting, you must go to the Posting Summary Page by clicking on the Next button until you reach the Posting Summary Page or select Posting Summary Page from the left navigation menu. Once a summary page appears, hover your mouse over the orange Action button for a list of possible approval step options.
GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION
EEO Statement:
The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its education programs or activities, including admissions and employment. The University prohibits any form of retaliation taken against anyone for reporting discrimination, harassment, or retaliation for otherwise engaging in protected activity. Read the full statement.
Job Title
Laboratory Technician- Biomechanics
Job Grade
RA15H
Division
Academic Affairs
College/Dept
College of Education, Health and Human Sciences
Department
Biomechanics
Requisition Number
2026-00301
FTE (full-time equivalency)
100.00
Work Schedule
M-F 8-5
Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting?
No remote/telecommute opportunity
Appointment Term
12- 12/12 months
Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy?
No
Pay Information
42,000 - 63,000
Pay Schedule
Annually
FLSA Designation
Non-Exempt
Position Summary
Position summary: The research technician will perform general technical and administrative duties with a focus on human movement biomechanics, including but not limited to:
Study coordination: Communicate with research collaborators and team members and study subjects. This will include recruiting and scheduling subjects for data collections, following up during intervention periods, and communicating details on planned data collections.
Regulatory compliance: Coordinate and maintain human subjects compliance approvals in support of the principal investigator. Ensure all team members have completed required training.
Data collection: Schedule, set-up, coordinate research personnel and study subjects for data collections required to implement funded research studies.
Data processing: Correctly back-up, store, and oversee processing of study data. Supervise students assigned to complete data processing and assist with preparation of results for publication and grant submission. Be able to train students on data processing.
Equipment maintenance and supply management: Know how to operate and maintain required equipment as well as needed supplies. Be able to train students and other members of the research team on operating equipment.
Job Duties
Responsibility Area:
Study Coordination
Duties:
Coordinate and organize all aspects of funded research projects including compliance approval, scheduling, communication and follow-up. This includes being the liaison with collaborators.
Percentage Of Time
50
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Data Collection and Management
Duties:
Collect biomechanics data according to study protocols. Train and oversee support members of the research team. Oversee data processing and storage and prepare data for publications.
Percentage Of Time
40
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Equipment maintenance
Duties:
Maintain equipment needed for data collection, troubleshoot and coordinate with the research core facilities when necessary.
Percentage Of Time
10
Essential Function:
Yes
Required and Preferred Qualifications
Required Education
MS in engineering, science, or related filed.
Required Experience
Prior experience in collecting biomechanics data.
Required License/Certification
Required Additional Qualifications:
Ability to be credentialed with the Department of Veterans' Affairs
Preferred Education
Preferred Experience
Preferred License/Certification
Preferred Additional Qualifications:
Compliance Requirements
Credit Check
No
Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check
No
Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment
No
Drug Screen
No