Researcher

The University of Oklahoma•Oklahoma City, OK

About The Position

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. Come join the staff at OU Healh Campus and become a part of Oklahoma's premier research university which leads the state in education and career opportunities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field, AND: 24 months of related research experience
Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months of related experience in lieu of the Bachelor's degree for a total of 72 months of related experience.
Proficient in Microsoft office
Highly organize and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines
Ability to communicate well
Technical writing skills
Knowledge of research methodologies and techniques (especially animal handling and physiological analysis of vision using specialized instruments)
Project management experience
Knowledge of specialized terminology

Responsibilities

Operates and maintains highly technical research equipment and facilities
Plans, designs and conducts scientific experiments.
Assists others in proper use of equipment
Responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and training personnel on specialized vision research equipment used in the Ophthalmology animal facility, comparative medicine, and vision core labs
Analyzes and interprets data.
Presents research results and prepares research for publication.
Operates and maintains highly technical research equipment and facilities and assists others in the proper use of equipment.
Procures supplies and equipment needed for laboratory and field operations.
Assists in preparing funding proposals.
Procures supplies, reagents, surgical, consumables
Communicates with vendors on procurement and equipment repair when needed
Logs usage data on equipment and assists with writing annual progress reports and grant submissions using this data
Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of this position.