Description
Under general direction of faculty and/or senior research personnel, responsible for operation of a specialized laboratory of a faculty member within a department and/or field work and related data analysis for a research project. Helps develop, design and conduct research projects according to plan. Participates in formulating research methods and suggesting options for improving quality and recommending solutions. Participates in computer database design and utilization and research/data analysis, and suggests future improvements in data measurement. Trains users in equipment operation and laboratory techniques, explains and demonstrates technology and equipment capabilities, operations limitations and outcomes. Works independently on collection of data and analyzes research results. Prepares reports and drafts manuscripts. Has oversight for day-to-day operation of laboratory. Schedules and maintains records of equipment/facility. May supervise research support personnel. May assemble, test calibrate, clean or make minor repairs to equipment. Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in related field, Master's preferred. 1 to 3 years related experience. Employees in this classification are required to have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a recognized field of science or learning which is directly related to the duties of the position. Employees typically analyze, compare and evaluate various courses of action and have the authority to make independent decisions on matters of significance, free from immediate direction, within the scope of their responsibilities. Primary activities and decision making authority are predominantly performed independently affecting business operations to a substantial degree. Under FLSA, this is the exempt job classification for this title. Incumbents in this position must meet the full criteria for exempt status: salary level, salary basis, and duties tests.