Research Technician I

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our research team as a research technician in the Creighton University Department of Physical Therapy. This individual will be joining an integrated clinical and research center with an overarching goal of keeping people active in adulthood and later adulthood. Our research aims focus on enhancing the physical activity of adults in rural communities.

The research technician will help coordinate funded studies investigating the feasibility and efficacy of an app-based delivered exercise program, and the feasibility and efficacy of a walking program for Veterans with mild cognitive impairment and their care partners. Responsibilities will include project management (e.g., supporting recruitment, participant scheduling, oversight of student workers, and communication), assisting with on-site data collection (Omaha, Nebraska and surrounding areas), data processing and analysis, and assisting with dissemination activities (e.g., abstracts, posters, manuscripts). The research assistant will also assist with other ongoing activities in the lab. This position is generally Monday-Friday but may require some evening, weekend, and holiday work. This position is not a remote position and employee will need to be on campus.

This is a grant-funded position beginning May 1, 2026 for ~1 year, 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 valuing diversity 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.

Responsibilities:

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  40% Research project management

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  30% Data collection

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  30% Data processing and analysis

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

Physical Requirements:

Seeing: 75 - 100%

Hearing: 75%-100%

Standing/Climbing/Mobility: 0-24%

Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: 25 - 49 % (pound: 15 lbs.)

Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: 75-100%

Travel: 0-24%

AAP/EEO Statement:

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.

Disclosure Statement:

This description describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Regular, reliable attendance is an essential function and all employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor. Employees may also be required to work in excess of normal working hours as workloads and seasonal activities necessitate. A complete description is available in the Human Resource office located at 3006 Webster Street Omaha, NE. Creighton University reserves the right to modify duties, responsibilities and activities at any time with or without notice.