Job description

The Stephenson Cancer Center at the University of Oklahoma is the Oklahoma's only National Cancer Institute-Designated Cancer Center, the highest national accreditation for outstanding patient care and research. The Stephenson Cancer Center is the largest oncology practice in the state, with more than 70 board-certified oncology physicians and a large team of advanced providers and supportive care specialists delivering the highest standard of patient-centered, multidisciplinary care for every type of cancer. The Stephenson Cancer Center currently ranks number one among all cancer centers in the nation for the number of patients participating in NCI-sponsored treatment trials, and it is one of only 30 lead centers in the NCI’s National
Clinical Trials Network.

The Stephenson Cancer Center is Oklahoma’s leading cancer research organization, with 120 research scientists working to eliminate cancer through conducting innovative basic, clinical and population-based research. These researchers are supported by more than $60 million in annual grant funding from the National Institutes of Health and other sponsors. With a legislatively mandated mission to provide statewide leadership in addressing Oklahoma’s cancer burden, the Stephenson Cancer Center supports numerous outreach, education and screening programs in partnership with the Oklahoma Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust, the American Cancer Society, the Susan G. Komen Foundation and Oklahoma’s Tribal Nations among many other aligned organizations.

At the Stephenson Cancer Center, we have an exciting new job opportunity that could be right for you! The Staff Research Assistant position provides assistance to a research staff by collecting data, keeping records, conducting literature searches, technical research, analyzing data, and preparing reports with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts research and laboratory analysis for research staff, to include but not limited to measure and weigh compounds and solutions, isolate, identify and prepare specimens, and collect samples and other research information
• Participates in clinical research projects collecting data from patients and/or participants in a study
• Collects various forms of data pertaining to the research project or projects, which could include database information and/or hard files
• Conducts data analyses, interprets data, draws conclusions, and discusses with principal investigator
• Keeps detailed logs of all research related projects or activities
• Conducts literature searches
• 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 or colleagues
• Participates in meetings and presents research findings to fellow researchers and Principal Investigator

• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position

Required Education: Bachelor's Degree in a Biological Science, Chemistry, or Physical Science or related field.

Required Experience: 12 months research laboratory experience

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months equivalent experience in lieu of the Bachelor's Degree for a total of 60 months research experience or an Associate's Degree and 24 months research experience for a total of 36 months experience

Skills:

• Working knowledge of how to safely handle and dispose of biohazardous 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

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

For more information, visit our website at www.jobs.ou.edu. If you would like to apply, the application must be completed on OUHSC’s job site. The listing for this position is job number 221339 – Staff Research Assistant.
The University is an equal opportunity institution. www.ou.edu/eoo

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $43,700.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Oklahoma City, OK 73117: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• research laboratory: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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