Research Assistant - Biomechanics - Other Hourly Worker

Research Assistant – Biomechanics – Other Hourly Worker Position Information Job Title: Research Assistant - Biomechanics - Other Hourly Worker Department: Biomechanics Essential Functions Extract key insights and quantitative metrics from histological and medical images Test biological tissues mechanically and analyze and interpret biomechanical data from experimental studies Assist in development and testing of benchtop systems for medical device evaluation Support data processing, documentation, and reporting Assist with large animal surgeries Required Qualifications Undergraduate/Graduate degree in Biomechanics, Biomedical Engineering, or other related fields Experience working with biological tissues and large animal models Experience analyzing biomechanical data Preferred Qualifications Experience assisting surgeons in operating room Experience working with human and animal blood vessels Physical Demands Regularly sits; may stand, walk. Requires use of hands, ability to see, hear, and speak. Work Environment Regularly works indoors. Noise level is low to moderate. Compensation Salary: $21.00 per hour Posting Information Posting Number: 2026T-00129 Open Date: 05/12/2026 Open Until Filled: Yes Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Do you have a degree in Biomechanics, Biomedical Engineering, or another related field? Yes No #J-18808-Ljbffr University Of Nebraska Omaha