Wae – Research

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Job Posting Title:

WAE - Research

Position Type:

Wages as Earned (Fixed Term)

Department:

LSUAM HSE - Kin - Administration (Amber O Salvadras (00010159))

Work Location:

H.P. Long Field House

Pay Grade:

Temporary

Job Description:

College of Human Sciences and Education

School of Kinesiology

WAE - Research

Job Summary

The School of Kinesiology is seeking a WAE-research to support data collection for the project titled “How Do We Move in Social Environments? Integrating fNIRS, Biomechanical Measures, and Virtual Reality to Decode Neural Mechanisms of Social Navigation,” funded by the Big Idea Grant.

Job Responsibilities:

30%--• Managing research equipment during the experiment, including:
o Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS)
o Qualisys Motion Capture System
o Eye-tracking systems

30%--• Administering basic behavioral assessments
• Operating virtual reality projections

20%--• Obtaining informed consent from participants

10%--• Data backup 

10%--Other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree

LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply— a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please provide a resume/CV, cover letter, three professional references including name, title, phone number, and email address. For questions and concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Tammy Lee at [email protected]

Posting Date:

August 18, 2025

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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