Job Details
*Lab Research Supervisor
2025-10-06 University of Oklahoma Oklahoma City,OK
Description:
Required Education: Bachelor's degree, AND:
Skills:
Working Conditions:
Department Preferences:
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Job Description
The Research Technician will provide assistance to the Department of Neurosurgery Research Faculty and Staff by conducting simple research experiments, collecting data and samples, keeping records, conducting literature searches, analyzing data, and preparing reports.
Duties:
- Supervises staff and student research assistants, undertaking externally funded projects across a variety of data streams.
- Oversees day-to day laboratory operations, coordinating with scientific/research staff.
- Supervises staff and student employees, including hiring, training and evaluation.
- Evaluates workload and capacity of personnel to continually enhance operations and make recommendations for improvement.
- Documents processes in detail and creates standardized protocol formats. Assists with the development and implementation of standardized operating procedures.
- Develops schedules and timelines for projects. Monitors tasks and manages projects, implementing changes as needed to complete projects within scheduled time frame.
- Assists with associated project reporting.
- Performs related duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.
Required Education: Bachelor's degree, AND:
- 18 months of experience working in a basic science research facility/laboratory with supervisory responsibilities.
Skills:
- Able to communicate well and build rapport quickly with students, faculty, and staff.
- Able to supervise students and communicate directions and expectations effectively
- Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information
- Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines
- Able to produce reports and complete work within deadlines
Working Conditions:
- Physical:
- Sitting for prolonged periods.
- Ability to engage in repetitive motions.
- Environmental:
- Standard office environment.
Department Preferences:
- Experience in basic lab including animal testing
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.