Sr Staff Research Assistant

Come join the staff at OU HSC and become a part of Oklahomas premier research university which leads the state in education and career opportunities

Duties:

• Provides assistance to a research staff by collecting and analyzing data keeping records conducting literature and technical research preparing reports and may supervise personnel.
• Collects various forms of data pertaining to the research project or analyses of draws conclusions and discusses with principal research material to fellow researchers and colleagues.
• Keeps record of information obtained during include a database of information or hard files.
• Conducts research of the literature.
• Independently conducts technical research.
• Prepares various reports containing descriptive analytical and evaluative content that may be submitted for publication.
• Constructs tests or assists in the construction of tests.
• Collaborates with other researchers.

• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Required education: Bachelors Degree in a Biological Science Chemistry Physical Science or related field AND:

• 24 months research laboratory experience

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months equivalent experience in the aforementioned fields in lieu of the bachelors degree for a total of 72 months combined research assistant/technician experience.

Certifications: None

Skills:

• Working knowledge of how to handle biohazard materials or chemicals following Federal State and University regulations and guidelines.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to analyze data and keep records.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to supervise research technicians or assistants.

Working Conditions:

• Physical:
  • Standing for prolonged periods.
  • Manual dexterity.
  • Stoop bend crouch or lift up to 25 pounds.
  • Speaking and listening.
• Environmental:
  • Laboratory Environment.
  • May be exposed to biohazardous materials chemicals odors or carcinogens.

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