JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Research Assistant I

POSITION INFORMATION: Provides assistance to a research staff by collecting data, keeping records, conducting
literature and technical research, analyzing data, preparing reports, etc.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

1. Data Collection. Collects various forms of data pertaining to the research project or projects.

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

3. Literature Research. Conducts research of the literature.

4. Technical Research. Independently conducts technical research.

5. Data Analysis. Conducts analyses of data. Interprets, draws conclusions, and discusses with principal investigator.

6. Report Preparation. Prepares various reports containing descriptive, analytical, and evaluative content that may be
submitted for publication.

7. Test Construction. Constructs tests or assists in the construction of tests.

8. Collaboration. Collaborates with other researchers.

9. Material Presentation. Presents research material to fellow researchers, etc.

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

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelor’s degree comparable to where the vacancy exists

Experience: 12 months experience as a research assistant

Certifications/ Licenses:

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

Preferred:

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/ and Other Characteristics:

Job Code: 5033 EEO Category: 3F

Reviewed: CMC 10.31.02