Student Worker- Research Assistant Positions — 2 Openings (Conroe Campus

Requisition: ST

Title: Student Worker
- Research Assistant Positions — 2 Openings (Conroe Campus)

Employee Class: Student Worker

College Work Study Position: No

Department: Dept of Physical Therapy

Division: Division of Academic Affairs

Hours per week: 10

Hiring Rate: $14.00

Preferred Student Classification: Junior or Senior

The Department of Physical Therapy is seeking two undergraduate Research Assistants (RAs) to join Dr. Sambit Mohapatra’s lab at the Conroe campus. This is a paid, in-person position supporting a New Faculty Program research project on chronic dizziness.

Selected RAs will collaborate on a research project on Chronic Dizziness. Responsibilities include operating laboratory equipment, collecting data, monitoring participant safety, assisting with final research reports, and contributing to manuscript preparation.

• Location:
  
  Conroe, TX
• Department:
  Kinesiology or Health Sciences (preferred)
• Commitment: 10 hours weekly, in person
• Project Period:
  June 1, 2026 to May 31, 2027

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Strong writing skills for research reporting
• Experience with data collection
• Skills in data cleaning and management
• Ability to work independently, manage project timelines, and produce written research summaries

• Experience with computer coding to support data analysis and programming troubleshooting
• Familiarity with operating equipment such as eye tracking, force platforms, motion capture, and EMG recording systems.

Interested students should submit a resume and a cover letter describing their qualifications and interest in the position. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until both positions are filled.

06/01/2026

Contact Name &

Title:

Allie Stanfield-Paramore

Contact Phone:

Contact Email: axs
205

Contact Building & Room #: HPB;
Room 308

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