Research Associate- Microbubbles-Associated Brain Injury Grant (47114)
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- University of Central Oklahoma
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- Main Campus - Edmond, OK, 73034
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Job Details
Level: Undisclosed
Job Location: Main Campus - Edmond, OK
Remote Type: N/A
Position Type: Staff
Education Level: Undisclosed
Salary Range: $18.70 - $18.70 Hourly
Travel Percentage: Undisclosed
Job Shift: Undisclosed
Job Category: OTRS Non-classified
DescriptionPosition Overview:
Independently performs components of a research program as directed by a senior member of the research team. A Research Associate may be involved in designing certain aspects of research projects and independently conducts work complementary to the overall research objectives. Researches a variety of areas, such as new or existing products, science, social science, law, or medicine. Analyzes verbal or statistical data to prepare reports and studies for use by professional workers. Develops plans for project or studies guidelines for project prepared by professional staff members to outline research and/or development procedures to be followed. Plan schedule according to the variety of methods to be used, availability of resources, and the number of subordinate personnel assigned to participate in the project; collects, analyzes and interprets data. Creates reports from analysis of initial observations and conclusions. May work individually or as part of a project team. Presents finding to higher-level staff. May assist in the establishment of experimental protocols, design, and documentation. Performs work under general supervision. Handles moderately complex issues and problems. Possesses solid working knowledge of the subject matter. Typically reports to a department head.
**NOTE** The general schedule for this grant-funded position is 20 hours per week for the grant period from Aug. 1, 2022, through May 31, 2023. Please send CV and latest transcripts to the director of the IoT lab Dr. Nesreen Alsbou (nalsbou@uco.edu).
Department Specific Essential Job Functions:
The IoT lab at the University of Central Oklahoma is looking for a post-doctoral or masters research assistant with a degree in electrical engineering or mechatronics. The candidate will be working on research related to Antennas and Medical Imaging Systems. Knowledge in Antennas and programming experience is preferred. The ideal candidate should be a proactive, independent, and self-driven leader who can lead the research with minimum instruction and have the flexibility to work as a group and independently.
Specific Research Tech Responsibilities:
- Perform routine and non-routine tests and analyses using the appropriate technical equipment and instruments
- Receive or collect, as well as process samples
- Determining and performing tests needed for the analysis and report
- Practice safe work habits, including complying with all safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations
- Lab management/organizing and report writing
Job Level:
Scope & Impact: This position is an intermediate-level independent contributor whose actions may have a significant impact on a department's operations. This position may also affect the operations of multiple work areas.Communication & Interaction: Interacts with various levels within or outside the University to provide service, interpret and explain ideas and concepts, as well as resolve issues.Effective Knowledge: Demonstrates functional expertise in a particular domain. Demonstrates ability to operate independently and without supervision for day-to-day operations.Problem Solving & Judgement: Maintains a working knowledge of policies and procedures, generally accepted principles, and methods. Resolves day-to-day operational issues by collecting and interpreting information. Solutions may include modifying procedures and methods to address new conditions and may incorporate advice and input as needed from supervisor. This role includes broad responsibilities requiring the application of policies to dynamic and complex conditions. Problems generally require significant analysis and judgment. Solutions may include adapting existing policies and systems to address unique situations.Budget Authority: May provide input into budget development by identifying operational needs and requirements. May assist with research, requirements gathering, or other related efforts to develop budgetary requirements.Policy & Procedure Authority: Primarily responsible for applying organizational policies and procedures and/or determining appropriate processes to follow.Reporting Relationships: Generally reports to a manager or higher but may receive basic operational direction and guidance from senior-level staff members.Supervisory & Team Leadership Responsibilities: May provide functional subject matter expertise and guidance to junior staff.Qualifications Qualifications Required: Requires a Bachelor’s degree in job related field or 4+ years of equivalent work experience in chosen filed that provides knowledge of and exposure to fundamental theories, principles, and concepts. Requires the application of expertise in a chosen field to achieve results. Qualifications Preferred: Educational qualification includes but is not limited to a BS in microbiology/cell biology/biology/biochemistry/biomedical science or any other relevant field. Biology/physiology/biochemistry lab or all relevant experience handling cell culture, staining/microscopy, and analysis. Physical Demands:Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Organization
The University of Central Oklahoma prepares future leaders in an opportunity-rich environment, ideally located in the Oklahoma City metropolitan area. Central offers an innovative learning community to its more than 17,000 students, where teaching comes first, a commitment seeded in the university's roots as a teaching college. Students at Central develop personal relationships with more than 450 full-time faculty, 450 adjunct faculty and over 850 staff, like 2008 U.S. Professor of the Year, Dr. Wei Chen, who are committed to transforming lives.
With 117 undergraduate majors and 59 graduate programs, Central is a smart investment for students dedicated to their future success. Notable academic programs include Forensic Science, Music Theatre, Mass Communications, Accounting, the region's only accredited Professional Golf Management program, Jazz Studies and the Academy of Contemporary Music at UCO, located in downtown Oklahoma City's Bricktown district.
Central's appealing 210-acre campus is on track to become a certified botanical garden, offering both a pleasing learning and living environment and a source of pride for students, employees and alumni. In fact, Central is ranked among the top universities nationally in residence life and as one of the top universities to work for by the "Chronicle of Higher Education." Central is also an official U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Training Site, and hosted the 2010 World Sitting Volleyball Championships on campus. Founded in 1890, Central is the state's first public institution of higher learning, and continues to cultivate creativity and innovation in every corner of campus, bringing to life its core values of Character, Community and Civility each day.
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MISSION
The University of Central Oklahoma (UCO) exists to help students learn by providing transformative education experiences to students so that they may become productive, creative, ethical and engaged citizens and leaders serving our global community. UCO contributes to the intellectual, cultural, economic and social advancement of the communities and individuals it serves.
VISION
UCO will become one of the Top 10 metropolitan universities of our kind in the United States by providing a transformative education as well as development experiences that help learners achieve their highest level of leadership potential.
CALL TO ACTION
The University of Central Oklahoma transforms each student by focusing our resources on the Central Six tenets of transformative learning.
All students will be transformed with:
- Discipline Knowledge
- Leadership
- Research, Scholarly and Creative Activities
- Service Learning and Civic Engagement
- Global and Cultural Competencies
- Health and Wellness
Transformative learning is a holistic process that places students at the center of their own active and reflective learning experience.
About Edmond/Oklahoma City Metro
The University of Central Oklahoma is located in Edmond, a part of the growing, thriving Oklahoma City metropolitan area. At Central, our students, faculty and staff get the best of both worlds - the "small town" feel of Edmond, with the big city excitement of the Oklahoma City metro. Both the Edmond and the Oklahoma City metro consistently rank nationally among the safest, most affordable and most exciting places to live. In fact, Edmond recently ranked among the best places to live in the nation by Money Magazine and Family Circle magazine, and Oklahoma City ranked sixth in the nation for the "Best Places for Young Adults" by Portfolio.com. From year-round arts, music and theater offering, to exciting sporting events like the NBA's Oklahoma City Thunder, to first class shopping, dining and more, Edmond and the Oklahoma City metro offer a diverse, active, culturally enriched lifestyle that's on the move to even bigger and better opportunities.
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