Most Important Skills for a Research Specialist at University of Southern California
A Research Specialist at the University of Southern California emphasizes "curiosity, always asking questions," as crucial for success, alongside strong organizational skills and multitasking abilities to manage competing priorities and collaborate effectively with colleagues. This requires prioritizing work "in a timely manner" while respecting others' needs for efficient collaboration.
Communication, Organization, Curiosity, Prioritization, Teamwork
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Ruth McCormack
Research Specialist
University of Southern California
Barnard College, 2015
University of Southern California, Masters of Public Administration
History, Art History
Education, Nonprofit, Foundations & Grantmaking
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LGBTQ
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1. Curiosity and a desire for continuous learning are essential for staying engaged and effective in the role.
2. Strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively multitask and prioritize work are crucial for managing various responsibilities and projects simultaneously.
3. Respectful communication and collaboration are vital for working effectively with colleagues and ensuring timely project completion, accommodating diverse needs and work styles
Transcript
What skills are most important for a job like yours?
Good question. For my job, it would be curiosity, always asking questions. This way, you're interested in what you're doing.
Organization and multitasking are also important. You're working with a lot of people and have many tasks to juggle. You need to stay organized and prioritize your work to get it done in a timely manner.
This also allows your coworkers the time they need to finish their tasks. Being respectful of different people and their required accommodations ensures that work can be done effectively.
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