"Senior Researcher"

Senior Researcher

Company: University of Oklahoma

Job Location: Oklahoma-Oklahoma City-Health Sciences Center

Category: Laboratory and Research

Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 252089

Organization: Dept of Pediatrics

Schedule: Work Schedule: 40 hrs per week

Work Type: Onsite

Salary Range: Commensurate with education and experience.

Benefits Provided: Yes

Required Attachments: None

Job Description

Originates, plans and conducts research in areas related to project needs or in designated field of science and may supervise personnel.

• Initiates, plans and directs field studies.
• Assists in budget development and administration. Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
• Anticipates research issues and promptly resolves them.
• Prepares and submits research for publication.
• Teaches one or more classes or seminars.
• Writes proposals, delivers presentations and prepares research for publication.
• Supervises the preparation, identification, and cataloging of information and specimens.
• Interprets research specifications and develops a work plan that satisfies requirements.
• May supervise staff, including training, delegating and overseeing work.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Job Requirements

Required Education: Master's degree in a related field, AND: 12 months of related research experience.

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 72 months of related experience in lieu of the Master's degree for a total of 84 months of related experience.

Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office; Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines; Ability to communicate well and to handle multiple projects and deadlines; Technical writing skills; Knowledge of research methodologies and techniques; Project management experience; Knowledge of specialized terminology (e.g., scientific or technical)

Certifications: None

Working Conditions: Physical: Ability to engage in repetitive motions. Environmental: Ability to work in varied settings and locations as determined by research goals. May be required to travel. Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.

Supervision: 2 - Research Technicians