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Related roles: Research Technician, Laboratory Assistant, Research Associate, Research Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Research Support Specialist, Industrial Research Coordinator, Research Analyst, Research Scientist Assistant, Technical Research Assistant

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Research Technician, Laboratory Assistant, Research Associate, Research Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Research Support Specialist, Industrial Research Coordinator, Research Analyst, Research Scientist Assistant, Technical Research Assistant

Mô tả công việc

One thing that every developed product or service on Earth has in common is this — it was researched first. Someone had to do the legwork to determine how an organization can take an abstract concept, such as an iPhone, and transform it into a reality. That’s where industrial research and development processes come in. 

Industrial research is partly defined as “the planned research or critical investigation aimed at the acquisition of new knowledge and skills for developing new products, processes or services.” It also covers improving existing products by adding new features or enhancing the design elements. 

Conducting such research is complicated, so researchers often require the aid of trained Industrial Research Assistants. These invaluable helpers perform a range of tasks, from taking care of administrative duties to building lab prototypes or simulations. The work is very “behind-the-scenes” but without it, companies couldn’t bring their products and services to market.

Các khía cạnh bổ ích của sự nghiệp
  • Conducting research vital to the development of much-needed products and services
  • Contributing to the economy by laying foundations for products and services
  • Working with cutting-edge technology 
  • Learning in an assistant capacity while working your way up
TIN SỐT DẺO INSISDE
Trách nhiệm công việc

Lịch làm việc

Industrial Research Assistants may or may not be employed full-time. Student research positions are temporary, usually part-time, and filled by undergraduate or graduate students. Assistants may work nights or weekends, with duties sometimes requiring fieldwork. 

Nhiệm vụ tiêu biểu

  • Discuss research project scopes, timeframes, budgets, and other considerations with stakeholders and supervisors 
  • Design and build programs to perform statistical analysis
  • Perform research-based and fact-checking tasks using online and library tools 
  • Use programs to analyze and interpret data and statistics
  • Code and input data into software programs. Manage databases and ensure the accuracy of entries
  • Develop quality assurance measures
  • Draft and proofread presentations, reports, survey questionnaires, and other written materials 
  • Create graphics to summarize data and findings 
  • Present or explain findings to stakeholders or other parties
  • Conduct research interviews and testing with volunteer subjects
  • Collect, analyze, log, and store or dispose of physical specimens, as needed
  • Keep track of any follow-ups involving research volunteers 
  • File, manage, and safeguard documentation and other sensitive materials
  • Oversee inventory management to include lab supplies
  • Manage budgets and keep an eye on expenses
  • Supervise other team members or project participants, as needed

Trách nhiệm bổ sung

  • Complete administrative tasks as requested, such as note-taking
  • Attend meetings and conferences
  • Update websites
  • Be aware of and comply with all applicable rules, guidelines, and laws
  • Stay up-to-date on changes in relevant technologies  
  • Train, mentor, and supervise new assistants and other team members
  • Help with recruitment efforts
  • Keep work areas clean 
  • Discuss technical issues with the appropriate personnel
Các kỹ năng cần thiết trong công việc

Kỹ năng mềm

  • Phân tích
  • Định hướng tuân thủ
  • Nồng độ
  • Sáng tạo
  • Tư duy phản biện
  • Sự tò mò
  • Lý luận suy diễn và quy nạp
  • Định hướng chi tiết
  • Kỷ luật
  • Linh hoạt
  • Intuition
  • Tinh ý
  • Kiên nhẫn 
  • Lập kế hoạch và tổ chức
  • Kỹ năng giải quyết vấn đề
  • Phán đoán đúng đắn 
  • Làm việc theo nhóm
  • Quản lý thời gian 

Kỹ năng kỹ thuật

Các loại hình tổ chức khác nhau
  • Charities 
  • Governmental agencies and research labs
  • Private organizations and business enterprises
  • Trường đại học
Kỳ vọng và hy sinh

Industrial Research Assistants are relied on to do the background work necessary to produce products and services that conform to specific requirements. Their work must be methodical and meticulous, taking multiple factors into consideration, including what data to assess, how to obtain it in the allotted timeframes, and what to do with it. 

They need to carefully establish and follow procedures to ensure their findings are accurate, relevant, and timely. The day-to-day job requires tons of focus and critical thinking, but such sustained concentration can be exhausting at times. There may also be long periods of working independently, which can be a bit lonely for some. However, researchers do meet up to discuss how projects are going and to prepare findings.  

Xu hướng hiện tại

Just as technology is advancing, so too is the research and development behind it. As discussed by Brightspot Strategy, three overarching recent trends are that “research is becoming a more complex, collaborative activity,” there’s a “growing focus on the real-world application, societal impact, and commercial return,” and “technology has growing importance as a tool to enable more complex and collaborative research across disciplines.” 

Because of the increasing complexities of research, Industrial Research Assistants may expect more job opportunities! Researchers not only need help with the actual research, but also with several time-consuming operational and administrative burdens that come with it. Among these are tasks related to obtaining funding, managing data, finding volunteer subjects, and getting published in relevant journals. 

Những điều gì mọi người trong sự nghiệp này thích làm khi họ còn trẻ ...

People who get into research fields usually enjoy reading, studying complex subjects, and figuring out solutions to problems. They may have been bookworms or computer programmers who loved being caught up in whatever they were engaged in. 

Industrial Research Assistants must collaborate with others but don’t mind working on their own for long periods. They might have been independent and self-sufficient growing up, preferring to be left to their intellectual pursuits. They were probably interested in how things work and the behind-the-scenes of how products are made! 

Giáo dục cần thiết
  • Industrial Research Assistants usually need a bachelor’s in the field they are working in
  • Courses depend on the exact field of research, but general subjects include math, English composition, computer programming, and statistics
  • Candidates should be familiar with data analysis, databases and spreadsheets, statistics and analytical software, information retrieval systems, presentation software, and research methodology
    • Student research assistant positions may be available for undergraduates but are often for graduate students
  • Software-specific certifications may be available to boost your credentials
  • Six Sigma process improvement techniques are also useful in the R&D environment
Những điều cần tìm kiếm ở một trường đại học
  • There are numerous possible majors that could tie into industrial research. Figure out your major before thinking about “things to look for in a university” 
  • General considerations include: tuition costs (including in-state or out-of-state rates), discounts offered, scholarship opportunities, and course delivery options (on-campus, online, or hybrid program)
  • If you’re considering a student research role, you may need to be on-campus. Check with the applicable program you’re interested in to learn more
Hoạt động giải trí ở trường trung học và đại học
  • Volunteer as a research project subject and ask lots of questions 
  • Take plenty of math, statistics, computer science, and English in high school
  • Get some real-world job experience via part-time jobs related to your major
  • Previous scientific research work or experience in labs using analytical software may be useful in preparing workers for this field
  • Review job postings in advance to see the common requirements employers are seeking
    • Request to do an informational interview with a working Industrial Research Assistant to learn about their jobs
  • Theo dõi các địa chỉ liên hệ có thể đóng vai trò là người giới thiệu công việc trong tương lai 
  • Study books, articles, and video tutorials related to developments in your areas. Study current research programs and processes
  • Understand how R&D works and who the key players are, such as the principal investigator
  • Learn about the patent application process
  • Look at the various existing products related to the area you intend to specialize in, and consider how they were developed
  • Tham gia vào các diễn đàn trực tuyến để đặt câu hỏi và học hỏi từ các chuyên gia dày dạn kinh nghiệm 
  • Tham gia với các tổ chức chuyên nghiệp để học hỏi, chia sẻ, kết bạn và phát triển mạng lưới của bạn (xem danh sách Tài nguyên > Trang web của chúng tôi)
  • Bắt đầu tạo sơ yếu lý lịch sớm. Tiếp tục thêm vào nó khi bạn tiếp tục, để bạn không bị mất dấu bất cứ điều gì
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Industrial Research Assistant Roadmap
Làm thế nào để đạt được công việc đầu tiên của bạn
  • Complete as necessary educational requirements to qualify for a research position
  • Check out job portals such as Indeed, Simply Hired, Glassdoor, and local college job boards
  • If you are a student, talk to your program manager or professors about opportunities
  • Get some practical shop work experience under your belt before applying, if possible
  • Be familiar with the research already being done, including any new breakthroughs
  • Speak with working Industrial Research Assistants about job-seeking tips
  • Visit your school’s career center for help connecting with work opportunities
  • Hỏi trước những người tham khảo tiềm năng để xem họ sẽ giới thiệu bạn hay viết thư giới thiệu
  • Check out Research Assistant resume templates and review Research Assistant job interview questions
  • Wear appropriate attire for your job interview
  • Do your research about every company you interview with. Learn their mission, values, and products or services they currently offer or are working on
  • Companies thrive by improving current products and launching new ones, so come into an interview with creative, feasible ideas
Làm thế nào để leo lên thang
  • Conduct thorough, accurate research and build your reputation as a trusted, innovative assistant
  • Pay close attention to instructions given by your supervisor or project manager
  • Try to master all the duties assigned to you, and request increased responsibility if you can handle it
  • Ask your supervisor how you can improve your knowledge and skills to better serve the project
  • Be a quality assurance guru, and set the bar high for yourself and others 
  • Stay positive and motivated. Do solid work, follow procedures, and keep work centers clean and safe
  • Study manufacturer and software guides. Become the go-to expert and make yourself invaluable
  • Learn all you can from those with more experience
  • Reach out to other teams doing related research, and collaborate when possible (but don’t break any confidentiality requirements of your project)
  • Consider earning a Six Sigma belt
  • Post updates about your project, as allowed, and promote your own achievements (or better yet, get your boss to promote them!)
  • Collaborate effectively on teams, stay focused on goals, and demonstrate leadership
  • Train new assistants and treat them with respect
  • Stay engaged with professional organizations related to your field 
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Kế hoạch B

Industrial Research Assistants work in many fields and sometimes leave research behind to focus on other aspects of their careers. For those who enjoy research, there are many other career options that rely heavily on it, including: 

  • Giám đốc Quảng cáo, Khuyến mãi và Tiếp thị
  • Clinical Data Managers 
  • Công cụ ước tính chi phí
  • Nhà khoa học dữ liệu 
  • Kinh tế
  • Nhà phân tích quản lý
  • Nhà toán học và thống kê
  • Nhà phân tích nghiên cứu hoạt động
  • Chuyên gia quan hệ công chúng
  • Statisticians 
  • Các nhà nghiên cứu khảo sát

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