Title: Research Assistant IIIJob Class: Hourly/Non-exempt - $30-32 per hourPIReports to: David Morgenroth, MD and Glenn Klute, PhDAt the Seattle Institute for Biomedical and Clinical Research (SIBCR), scientists seek new ways to improve the health and well-being of Veterans through research and education conducted at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System and Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center.As an SIBCR employee, you have a unique opportunity to help improve the lives of Veterans through supporting our scientists whose research spans a broad range of areas such as mental health; neuroscience; diabetes, endocrinology and nutrition; prosthetics; oncology; and pulmonary diseases. You will also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to be a part of an important mission.Summary:This position is for a full-time Research Assistant III for ongoing limb loss and mobility and prosthetics/orthotics research, working with a multi-disciplinary (e.g., rehabilitation medicine, engineering, prosthetics, biomechanics) team at the VA Center for Limb Loss and Mobility (CLiMB) in Seattle under the supervision and mentorship of the Principal Investigators, David Morgenroth, MD and Glenn Klute, PhD.Responsibilities (in collaboration with research team):Research Assistant will work with the research team under the guidance of the Principle Investigators by conducting participant recruitment and scheduling, data collection, processing, and management, and technical assistance for research operations.Responsibilities and opportunities will include the following:Interact with research participants, including but not limited to: screen potential study participants (phone or in-person), schedule them for enrollment visits, consenting, and other communications, and data collection.Collect, process, and assist in the compilation and verification of research data(following the study protocol and detailed instructions).Assist with routine data verification and quality control, ensuring data integrity and consistency with prescribed study protocols.Ensure compliance with applicable IRB, human subjects, and data security guidelines and regulations.Draft or assist with preparation of regulatory documents and correspondence (e.g., R&D, IRBs) as well as funding agency required reporting.Assist in research operations such as contributing to progress reporting, attending, scheduling, and participating in study meetings, study equipment inventory, and order/purchasing of study supplies and equipment as needed.Participate in study dissemination efforts (e.g., conference abstracts, peer reviewed manuscripts for journal submissions).Maintain current educational and training requirements.Perform other duties as assigned.Position Requirements:Bachelor degree in biomechanics, kinesiology, engineering, prosthetics/orthotics, or related field.Preferred minimum of one year of related work or research experience in a related position (e.g., biomechanics, engineering, and/or prosthetics/orthotics).Demonstrated experience using gait laboratory instruments and equipment. (e.g Vicon, C-Motion Visual 3D, Delsys)Knowledge of scientific and statistical software (e.g., Matlab, Python, R, or SPSS) strongly preferred.Excellent communication skills; ability to troubleshoot technical procedures; ability to work independently.How to apply: Please complete online application and upload a cover letter and resume.Diversity enriches research and promotes the best healthcare. We are committed to building and sustaining an equitable and inclusive environment. We encourage individuals whose backgrounds or interests align with this commitment, as well as individuals from all backgrounds that are underrepresented in research, to apply.All SIBCR employees must meet VA hiring requir