Research Support Specialist

Position Summary

Under the direction of a research scientist, in the largest comprehensive research foundation in the country, you will carry out complex analytical tasks that require the theoretical and practical application of a body of highly specialized knowledge.

Assigned tasks may include:

• Operate and make decisions within test or analytical protocols.
• Carry out assignments that incorporate highly specialized training in a specific specialty and in the operation of applicable equipment.
• Conduct test procedures.
• Use specialized methods for data collation and interpretation.

This is a pooled posting; positions are filled on an as‑needed basis.

The University at Buffalo (UB) is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research‑intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day.

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As an Equal Opportunity / Aff... the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status Minimum Qualifications Bachelors degree in a specific specialty, or its equivalent, is required. Requires the use of specialized techniques in the field of endeavor to make observations, collect data, use survey instruments and techniques, and make related calculations using mathematical formulae.

Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands Salary Range Competitive Additional Salary Information This is a pooled posting and is not for a specified position. Individuals selected for consideration will be provided a reasonable estimate of the possible compensation based on the role. Work Hours Hours to be determined based on individual assignment. Campus As Assigned Posting Alerts Special Instructions Summary Is a background check required for this posting?

Yes Background Check Notification For non‑internal applicants: a selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment.