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Senior Professional Research Assistant (Sr PRA)
This title is coincident with the current university title of Sr PRA. With minimal supervision, a Sr PRA uses broad knowledge of and experience with research principles, techniques, and equipment to undertake relatively complex research responsibilities. Activities of a Sr PRA may include:
- Coordinating research projects and developing appropriate strategies to accomplish research goals;
- Using professional judgment and expertise in collecting, processing, and interpreting data;
- Assisting in the design of experiments and identifying and recommending modifications or alternatives;
- Training others in laboratory or testing procedures, equipment operation, and computer applications;
- Supervising the work of other research staff;
The file for promotion will contain:
- Candidate's curriculum vitae;
- Written or phone references from three internal referee's familiar with the candidate's work;
- Cover letter from the candidate's supervisor assessing the candidate's performance and promise;
Additional materials for promotion to Sr PRA would include:
- A statement of professional and career goals;
- Documentary evidence of the candidate's accomplishments (e.g. publications, evidence of presentations, etc.);
- Any other information submitted by the candidate that the candidate believes will assure an adequate consideration and evaluation of his/her promotion.
