- Conduct exercise testing, including VO2max, lactate, resting metabolic rate, and underwater weighing for body composition
- Communicate results effectively to participants
- Schedule and run fee-for-service testing for the lab
- Assist with general direction of the laboratory
- Organize laboratory activities (meetings, journal clubs, etc.) as needed
- Assist with the lab web site
- Collect and deposit testing fees, working with department administrators
- Monitor and order testing supplies
- Bachelor's Degree
- Background in Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, or related field
- Ability to work as a member of a team
- Experience conducting exercise testing in a laboratory setting
- Ability to collaborate effectively with people from a variety of communities, backgrounds, and identities
- Ability to work independently
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong orientation to detail and strong organizational skills
- Experience with exercise testing and prescription for a wide range of people
- Experience as research assistant
- Experience in publishing in peer reviewed journals
- Experience in sport science research
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Description
About the JobPosition Overview
This position will aid the School of Kinesiology by providing research support that focuses on sports performance.
Specific to the projects expected to completed, the applicant will conduct and manage exercise testing for external sales clients, and assist in scheduling and managing testing in the lab for research and teaching purposes.
This person will be responsible for conducting physiological testing on human study participants and individuals seeking fee-for-service testing.Job Responsibilities
Exercise testing (70%)
Required Qualifications
Department Overview
The School of Kinesiology focuses on the biological, developmental, social, and behavioral bases of physical activity, recreation, sport and human performance through its programs in kinesiology, recreation and leisure students, and sport studies.
The degree programs in the School prepare students for a variety of professional opportunities in both the public and private sector.
The fields of teaching, community service, allied health, industry and business are career paths that graduates of our programs may anticipate as avenues of employment and further professional training.
Further information can be found at:College Overview
The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), the third largest college and the University, contributes to a just and sustainable future through engagement with the local and global communities to enhance human learning and development at all stages of the life span.
That's why the CEHD community is collectively dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and equitable environment, embracing and celebrating all identities of our students, staff, and faculty.
These values are also a moral imperative requiring continuous proactive measures and a firm stance against prejudice, discrimination, and systemic injustice.
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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.
Diversity
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 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.
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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).