*Senior Researcher

Posted: Tuesday, 26 August 2025
Valid Thru: Thursday, 25 September 2025
Index Requested on: 08/27/2025 02:11:43
Indexed on: 08/27/2025 02:11:43

Location: Oklahoma City, OK, 73101, US

Industry: Education
Occupational Category: 11-0000.00 - Management
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

University of Oklahoma is hiring!

Description:

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

Duties:

  • 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.

Responsibilities:

Please review the job description.

Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

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

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Benefits:

Please see the job description for benefits.

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