This job standard may be part of one or more career progressions within the Research Professional Series.

Job Family Professional
Series Research Professional
Job Code 3301, 3302
FLSA Exempt
Union Status  

 

Job Overview

Coordinate and implement advanced research, technical, and complex data analysis; oversee research activities or facilities in support of designated University research initiatives.

Typical Functions

The duties listed are not all-inclusive. Duties assigned to individual employees may vary.

Coordinate and implement advanced research, technical, and complex data analysis; oversee research activities or facilities in support of designated University research initiatives; use judgment in prioritizing workflow and applying research procedures with general guidance; develop protocols, systems, research proposals and evaluation methods and instruments; plan and oversee research activities, validate methods, and evaluate progress and results.

Conduct research and provide highly complex technical assistance;  serve as primary resource for internal and external constituents regarding research techniques and procedures, research laboratories, specialized instrumentation and equipment, and ensure compliance with research protocols; oversee and authorize budget expenditures.

Perform complex analysis and interpret research data; determine data needs and develop and assess quality assurance methods and standards to ensure data integrity; create and maintain evaluation documentation, files, and records; prepare statistical and administrative reports.

Plan, design, and develop research objectives, projects, new protocols, experiments, and grant proposals in collaboration with researchers; conduct literature searches; prepare reports for journal publications and presentations; author or co-author manuscripts; assist in development of related manuals and scientific documentation.

Provide administrative supervision to University staff and/or functional supervision to designated employees and/or affiliates.

 

Minimum Qualifications

Education and experience equivalent to: 

Master's degree in specific or related science and three to five years' related experience required.