Job Summary

Florida Gulf Coast University's vision is to be a premier comprehensive university, providing access to educational excellence and preparing citizen leaders for the global environment. Under the supervision of a faculty member, the OPS Research Assistant is responsible for assisting the faculty member in a variety of non-administrative tasks which may include preparing resources, equipment, materials for the research, and documenting results in support of the research activities.

Job Description

Typical duties include but not limited to:

• Research and collects data through complex techniques and procedures, library research, structured interviews or other project specific methodology.
• Interprets, synthesizes and analyzes data.
• Schedules, organizes and reports on status of research activities.
• Plans and modifies research techniques, procedures, tests, equipment or software management.
• Writes and edits materials for publication and presentation.
• Meets with faculty supervisor on regular basis to maintain ongoing communication regarding the quality of the assistant's performance.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience operating a personal computer and proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Experience working independently and in team environment.
• This position may be subject to additional screening per Florida Statute 1010.35

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Subject knowledge and oral/written communication skills to discuss and document research progress.
• Ability to work independently, accurately and to problem solves technical and methodological issues that arise during the course of the research.
• Ability to apply sound research techniques, methodology and logical critical analysis.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.