"Senior Staff Research Assistant"

Senior Staff Research Assistant

Company: University of Oklahoma

Job Location: Oklahoma-Oklahoma City-Health Sciences Center

Category: Laboratory and Research

Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 251505

Organization: Dept of Neurology

Schedule: Work Schedule: Monday - Friday

Work Type: Onsite

Salary Range: Targeted salary up to $50,300 annually depending on education and experience.

Benefits Provided: Yes

Required Attachments: Resume

Job Description

Provides assistant to a research staff by collecting and analyzing data, keeping records, conducting literature and technical research, and preparing reports. Collects data pertaining to the research project or projects. Prepares reports and presents in meetings. Independently conducts lab research, testing, and other lab project needs. Literature reviews and collaborates as needed for publications.

Duties:

• Collects various forms of data pertaining to the research project or projects. Conducts analyses of data. Interprets, concludes, and discusses with principal investigator. Presents research material to fellow researchers and colleagues.
• Keeps record of information obtained during research. May 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.
• Consents participants and analyzes participant data.
• Collaborates with other researchers.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Job Requirements

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.

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.

Certifications: None.

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.

Departmental Preferences: 24 months of clinical research experience. Clinical trials and/or IRB experience. Participant consent experience.

Hiring contingent upon a Background Check?: Yes

Special Indications: None

Job Posting: Aug 1, 2025

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