Research Specialist III

About the role

Research Specialists set up and conduct experiments according to established research protocols while working under the direction of scientists. They perform a variety of tasks contributing to tests and studies to support research project objectives, prepare samples for analysis, perform laboratory tasks and procedures, collect and analyze data, test, validate, and document results, summarize research findings to help inform decisions, and assist in the preparation of research documentation such as grants, regulatory submissions, manuscripts, reports, summaries, publications, and presentations. They remain knowledgeable in research methods, techniques, and developments in their field of specialty.

Department: 02301 - HCI Shannon Elf Lab. Location: Campus. Full‑time position.

Responsibilities

• Set up and conduct experiments according to established research protocols while working under the direction of scientists.
• Perform a variety of tasks contributing to tests and studies to support the objectives of research projects.
• Prepare samples for analysis and perform laboratory tasks and procedures.
• Collect and analyze data, and test, validate, and document results.
• Summarize research findings to help inform decisions.
• Assist in the preparation of research documentation, such as grants, regulatory submissions, manuscripts, reports, summaries, publications, and presentations.
• Remain knowledgeable in the research methods, techniques, and developments in field of specialty.
• Considered highly skilled and proficient in discipline; conducts complex, important work under minimal supervision with wide latitude for independent judgment.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalency) + 6 years of directly related work experience, OR
• Master's degree (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.
• Equivalency statement: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (e.g., bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Pay

Pay rate range: $36,196 to $83,036.

Benefits

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Schedule

Full‑time position.