*Research Technician at University of Oklahoma in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Job Description:

Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics is an internationally recognized leader in the field of child maltreatment prevention. Responsibilities for this position include engaging directly with families and children, assisting with manuscripts, opportunities for professional development, and evidence-based practices This position is excellent for recent BA or MA graduates or persons applying to graduate school. The research technician provides assistance to research staff by collecting data, keeping records, conducting literature reviews and technical research, analyzing data, preparing reports, etc.

 

Duties:

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  Data Collection.  Collects various forms of data pertaining to the research project or projects.  Recruits participants, conducts computerized interviews, saves data, works with project coordinator to track cases and data. Data collection occurs virtually and in person, including in the home and community.


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  Record Keeping.  Keeps record of information obtained during research.  May include a database of information, hard files, etc. 


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  Literature Research.  Conducts research of the literature. 


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  Technical Research.  Conducts technical research or assists in social science research. 


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  Data Analysis.  Conducts analyses of research data. 


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  Report Preparation.  Prepares reports concerning the progress of the project, etc. 


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  Administrative Assistance.  Provides administrative assistance by answering phones, running miscellaneous errands, etc. 


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  As Needed.  Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Required Education: Bachelor's Degree in a Biological Science, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Sociology, or other health related field 

 

Equivalent/Substitution:  Will accept 48 months of equivalent experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree, or an Associate’s Degree plus 24 months research experience

 

Skills:

• Proficient with computers including data software and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, and Word)


• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing


• Ability to be detail oriented


• Ability to collect and analyze data

Working Conditions:

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  Physical: Standing for prolonged periods. Manual dexterity. Reaching, bending, stooping, and walking.


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  Environmental: Laboratory Environment. Exposure to chemicals, biohazardous materials, carcinogens, or other hazardous materials.

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