LEAP Student Aid
The Student Lab Aid for the EOU Laboratory of Exercise Assessment and Performance will assist LEAP Director, Kyle Pfaffenbach, and LEAP intern, Nathan Marshall, in lab regular lab operations and ongoing research projects. This position will work closely with the LEAP Director and Intern to assist as needed with lab processes including, but not limited to, conducting exercise testing, supervising research subjects, processing data, compiling lab reports, and helping to maintain a clean and safe environment in the LEAP.
| Supervisors Name & Title | Kyle Pfaffenbach, PhD. Associate Professor in HHP |
| Student Job Title | Student Lab Aid for the EOU Laboratory of Exercise Assessment and Performance (LEAP) |
| Department | Health and Human Performance, College of STMHS |
| Position Funding | Federal Work Study |
| Number of Student Positions | 1 |
| Job Category | Regular Student Employment |
| Wage & Job Level | $13.70; Level 1 |
| Job Location | On-campus, In-person |
| Job Duration | The rest of the 2024-25 Academic Year |
| Type of work schedule | Flexible schedule – agreed upon |
| Estimated numbers of hours per week | 5-7 |
| Experiential Learning: | Students in this position will gain valuable practical experience in conducting exercise physiology tests. These are critical skills that have helped our students gain experience for graduate programs and careers in the health field. Additionally, the Student Aid will experience firsthand research in the field of exercise science. The Student Aid will be listed as an author on results of the studies that they are a part of, and may have the opportunity to present the work in a professional setting. They will also be included on any publications that result from the work they contribute to. |
| Professional Development: | The Student Aid will learn valuable technical skills in regards to operating industry leading exercise science equipment, including lactate testing, blood glucose monitoring, the use of metabolic cart, the use of cycle and treadmill ergometers, sweat testing, and more. |
| Summary of Job Duties/Responsibilities/Essential Functions: | – Assist in conducting exercise testing including lactate threshold, VO2 max, exercise Job Posting Template – Assist in ongoing research projects in the LEAP, such as supervising subject exercise sessions. – Help with maintaining the lab through cleaning, organization, and non-technical equipment maintenance. |
| Minimum Qualifications: | – Currently enrolled EOU Student with Sophomore, Junior, or Senior Standing – Currently enrolled as a Health and Human Performance Major – Federal Work Study Eligible |
| Preferred Qualifications: | – Have completed EXS323 course |
| Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: | – Organized, Reliable, understanding of exercise physiology, Works well in team environment, communicative |
| Required Application Material: | – Intro/Cover Letter |
| Send Application Materials To: | Kyle Pfaffenbach; kpfaffenbach@eou.edu Health and Human Performance, Field House Room 212 |
| Job Opening Date: | 01/17/2025 |
| Job Closing Date: | Open Until Filled |
| First Day of Application Review: | 01/25/2025 |
| Estimated Start Date: | 02/01/2015 |
| 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. |
| Position Description (PDF) | https://www.eou.edu/career/files/2025/01/Work-Study-job-description-LEAP-AID-AY24-25-1.pdf |
