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Req Id:  38679
Job Title:  Student (2)
City:  W. Lafayette
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Job Summary

The undergraduate research assistant (RA) will be responsible for data collection in the field for a clinical trial. This is a 12-week pilot study to be conducted at the Indiana Veteran’s Home (IVH).

  • Travel to the IVH 3 or 4 times per week (scheduled days and times) to meet with a cohort of veterans enrolled in the study.

For each study participant:

  • Conduct a point of care echocardiogram and lung ultrasound using a handheld device.
  • Conduct a brief physical assessment including lung sounds.
  • Ask the participant a few questions about how they feel (predetermined).
  • Weigh the participant.
  • Measure vital signs.
  • Document in an electronic record system on a tablet.
  • Collect a microsample of blood once per week.

Education: Students must be sophomore level or higher and currently enrolled in the School of Nursing.

Experience: No prior experience necessary.

  • Students will be required to complete CITI research ethics training
  • Students will be required to attend training sessions to use ultrasound devices and other equipment.
  • Students must have transportation to the IVH.

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Posting Start Date:  8/28/25