LEAP Student Lab Aid

Step into the science of human performance. Gain hands-on experience in exercise physiology while supporting real-world research in the EOU Laboratory of Exercise Assessment and Performance-The LEAP lab. As a Student Lab Aid, you’ll assist with exercise testing, data collection, and cutting-edge lab equipment—building skills that prepare you for graduate school and careers in health and human performance.

Supervisors Name & Title	Kyle Pfaffenbach, PhD. Associate Professor in HHP
Student Job Title	LEAP Student Lab Aid
Department	Health and Human Performance, College of STMHS
Position Funding	Department-Funded
Number of Student Positions	2
Job Category	Regular Student Employment
Wage & Job Level	$14.05; Level 1
Job Location	In-person; LEAP Lab; EOU Campus
Job Duration	January 2026 – June 14, 2026; Remainder of the Academic Year 25-26
Type of work schedule	Flex Schedule based on Lab Needs; Primarily on weekday afternoons/evenings
Estimated numbers of hours per week	approximately 5-7 hours per week
Experiential Learning:	Gain valuable practical experience in conducting exercise physiology tests. These critical skills help our students gain experience for graduate programs and careers in the health field. The Student Lab Aid will experience firsthand research in the field of exercise science and learn technical skills in regards to operating industry leading exercise science equipment such as lactate testing, blood glucose monitoring, the use of metabolic cart, the use of cycle and treadmill ergometers, and sweat testing.
Professional Development:	The Student Lab Aid will be listed as an author on study results in which they participated, and may have the opportunity to present the work in a professional setting. They will also be included in any publications that result from their contributions. Gain professionalism and client relations experience by interacting with subjects, scheduling, and organizing testing protocols.
Summary of Job Duties/Responsibilities/Essential Functions:	The Student Lab Aid will assist the faculty LEAP Director and the LEAP Intern in lab regular lab operations and ongoing research projects. Specific duties include: – Assist in conducting exercise testing including lactate threshold, VO2 max, exercise efficiency, Heart rate variability, and sweat testing – Assist in ongoing research projects in the LEAP lab such as supervising subject exercise sessions and processing data, and compiling lab reports – Help with maintaining the lab through cleaning, organization, and non-technical equipment maintenance
Minimum Qualifications:	– Federal Work Study allocation from FAFSA – Currently enrolled EOU student with sophomore, junior, or senior standing – Currently enrolled as a Health and Human Performance Major
Preferred Qualifications:	– Completed EXS 323 course
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:	– Basic understanding of exercise physiology – Organized – Reliable – Works well in a team environment – Communicative
Required Application Material:	– Cover letter – Resume
Send Application Materials To:	Dr. Kyle Pfaffenbach; kpfaffenbach@eou.edu
Job Opening Date:	January 10, 2026
Job Closing Date:	Open until Filled
First Day of Application Review:	January 15, 2026 and as new applicants submit
Estimated Start Date:	Third or Fourth week of Winter Term 2026
Special Message	Eastern Oregon University is an EEO Employer and welcome applications from women, members of historically underrepresented minority groups, US Veterans, and persons with disabilities. EOU is committed to providing equal opportunity in its recruitment, admissions, educational programs, activities and employment without illegal discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any status as protected by state or federal law.
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