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STATE CLASSIFICATION JOB DESCRIPTION |
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Salary Group B24 |
Class No. 4453 |
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Provides advanced (senior-level) medical
research and analysis work. Work involves
conducting research; planning, conducting, and reporting on medical research
projects; and facilitating the identification and resolution of problems. May plan, assign, and/or supervise the work
of others. Works under minimal
supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent
judgment.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
Plans medical research studies, and
determines methods and designs to be used for research and experiments.
Reviews technical medical research
literature, interprets and analyzes findings, and reports results.
Researches, analyzes, and evaluates data
associated with cutting-edge concepts, new initiatives, and innovative programs
to determine their feasibility and applicability.
Synthesizes data and information to ensure
that systems, processes, and models developed are internally consistent and
achieve the intended results.
Develops and implements new policies,
programs, and practices.
Establishes joint research initiatives with medical
schools, universities, and research centers.
May plan and manage budgets for various
medical research projects.
May publish reports or
present information, research, and findings to relevant committees,
departments, and the public.
May plan, assign, and/or supervise the work
of others.
Performs related work as assigned.
GENERAL QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Experience and Education
Experience in medical research work. Graduation from an accredited four-year
college or university with a master's degree in science or a related field is
generally preferred. Experience and
education may be substituted for one another.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of medical research design,
methods, principles, and techniques.
Skill in the use of statistical measurement
techniques, in research design and implementation, and in problem-solving
methods and techniques.
Ability to work with abstract data, concepts,
and requests; to prepare clear and concise reports; to communicate effectively;
and to plan, assign, and/or supervise the work of others.
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State Auditor’s Office |
Revised 9-1-09 |