Sr. Staff Research Assistant

Sr. Staff Research Assistant

Company: University of Oklahoma

Job Location: Oklahoma-Oklahoma City-Health Sciences Center

Category: Laboratory and Research

Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 260239

Organization: Dept of Pediatrics

Schedule: Work Schedule: Monday - Friday

Work Type: Onsite

Salary Range: Targeted salary up to $50,300 annually, based on experience

Benefits Provided: Yes

Required Attachments: Resume

Job Description:

Provides assistance to a research staff by collecting and analyzing data, keeping records, conducting literature and technical research, preparing reports, and may supervise personnel.

Duties:

• 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.
• May supervise a staff of research technicians and/or research assistants. Delegates tasks and oversees work.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Job Requirements

Required education: Bachelors Degree in 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

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: Feb 9, 2026

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