Research Laboratory Technician

Position Details

Position Details

Advertising/Posting Title Research Laboratory Technician Posting Summary

The Research Laboratory Technician supports the day-to-day operations of two research laboratories within the Department of Rehabilitation and Movement Sciences at the University of Vermont. These labs investigate rehabilitation across the lifespan including areas related to interoception, mind-body interventions, motor control and learning, and sensorimotor function.

This position is responsible for operating and maintaining specialized research equipment including robotic systems, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), electroencephalography (EEG), and surface electromyography (EMG); setting up and conducting human subjects research sessions; managing and analyzing research data using MATLAB, SPSS, and related tools; and supporting study coordination and documentation across both laboratories. The technician works under the co-supervision of both Principal Investigators and collaborates with graduate students, undergraduate research assistants, and interdisciplinary collaborators across UVM departments.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Education

• Bachelor's degree in neuroscience, biomedical engineering, kinesiology, computer science, psychology, or a related field.

Experience

• Demonstrated experience with the Kinarm Endpoint Robot, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), surface electromyography (EMG), and MATLAB data analysis.
• Experience working with human participants in a structured research, clinical, or laboratory environment.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain organized and accurate records and documentation.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong technical aptitude and demonstrated comfort learning and operating specialized research equipment.
• Proficiency in MATLAB for data processing and analysis.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure data integrity and protocol adherence.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary research team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and professional demeanor in a research setting.
• Ability to interact respectfully and effectively with research participants across the lifespan, including children and adolescents, older adults, and individuals with neurological conditions.

Desirable Qualifications

• Familiarity with experimental control software such as Dexterit-E, Psychtoolbox, or LabChart.
• Prior experience working under an IRB-approved human subjects research protocol.
• Knowledge of or interest in rehabilitation science, motor control and learning, pediatric populations, or interoception research.

Anticipated Pay Range $22.34 - $25/hour Other Information Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, Contingent on continued funding, Background Check required for this position FLSA Non-Exempt Union Position Yes, UVMSU

Posting Details

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location Burlington, Vermont, United States Job Open Date 05/22/2026 Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) Open Until Filled No

Our Common Ground Statement

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM's mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title Research Laboratory OC2 N Posting Number S6112PO Department Rehab & Movement Sci/56020 Position Number 012521 Percent of Full-Time 1.0 Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5 Term (months per year) 12

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents