"Sr Staff Research Assistant"

Sr Staff Research Assistant

Company: University of Oklahoma

Job Location: Norman, Oklahoma

Category: Laboratory and Research

Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 252377

Organization: Rheumatology /Immunology/Allerg

Job Location: Oklahoma-Oklahoma City-Health Sciences Center

Schedule: Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday

Work Type: Onsite

Salary Range: Targeted salary of $47,785 annually, depending on experience.

Benefits Provided: Yes

Required Attachments: Resume, Cover Letter

Job Description

Come join the staff at OU HSC and become a part of Oklahoma's 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 projects. Conducts analyses of data. Interprets, draws conclusions, 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.
• Collaborates with other researchers.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Job Requirements

Required education: Bachelor's 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 bachelor's 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.

Hiring contingent upon a Background Check?: Yes

Special Indications: None

Job Posting: Oct 28, 2025