*Sr. Staff Research Assistant

Posted: Tuesday, 02 September 2025
Valid Thru: Thursday, 02 October 2025
Index Requested on: 09/03/2025 02:03:11
Indexed on: 09/03/2025 02:03:11

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:

OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center is Oklahoma’s only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-Designated Cancer Center, and one of only 73 NCI-Designated Cancer Centers in the United States. This highly competitive accreditation ensures that our patients receive the highest standard of care and have access to the most advanced cancer treatment options.

The Stephenson Cancer Center is now hiring for a Senior Staff Research Assistant! The Senior Staff Research Assistant provides assistance to 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.

Responsibilities:

Please review the job description.

Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

Required Education: Bachelor's Degree in a Biological Science, Chemistry, or 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 and/or technician experience.

Skills:

  • Working knowledge of how to handle biohazard materials or chemicals following Federal, State and University regulations and guidelines
  • Detail oriented.
  • Experience with patient recruitment preferred.
  • 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.
    • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
    • Reaching, bending, and stooping.
  • Environmental:
    • Laboratory Environment.
    • Exposure to biohazardous materials, chemicals, odors, and/or carcinogens

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our community's unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. At OU, we aspire to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.

Benefits:

Please see the job description for benefits.

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