The University of Florida is currently seeking applicants for a full-time clinical research position in the Musculoskeletal Pain/Fatigue Research Lab.
The Musculoskeletal Pain/Fatigue Research Lab works on understanding the mechanisms of chronic pain and fatigue, and the applicant will work with human participants. The successful applicant will spend one-on-one time with an experienced principal investigator (Medical Doctor) learning or improving the skills required for clinical research. This is a position that provides ample instructions and allows for the development of new skill necessary for working with human research subjects.
Essential Research Functions
- Prepare and assist in human brain imaging studies (fMRI)
- Prepare participants (subjects) for lab experimentation
- Quantitative Sensory Testing of participants (thermal, mechanical, electrical, and chemical testing)
- Evaluate and discuss data with Principal Investigator
- Apply psychological tests
- Develop excellent communication skills (you are going to work with human participants)
- Supervise student volunteers and familiarize them with research protocols
- Recruit subjects for clinical studies (phone calls, flyers, TV advertising, etc.)
Applicants will receive a competitive salary ($13 – $16/h) and must be willing to commit to at least a year. This is a FULL-TIME position. Applicant must be available for 40 hours a week during the hours of 8 am-5 pm.
To apply, please send your Resume and Cover Letter to painresearch@medicine.ufl.edu
To learn more about the Center for Musculoskeletal Pain Research, please visit our website at www.rheum.med.ufl.edu
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