Description
Responsible for operation of a specialized laboratory with one or more faculty members within a department and/or works in specialized research area. Operates with considerable actions or decisions. May act as liaison with other departments, divisions or organizations. Develops, designs and conducts one or more large complex research experiments in line with plan, reviews progress and evaluates results. Formulates research methods and suggests options for improving quality, identifies potential problems, recommends and implements solutions. Trains users in equipment operation and laboratory techniques, explains and demonstrates technology and equipment capabilities, operations, limitations and outcomes. Consults with users to refine or adapt methodologies to fit specific experiment requirements, and collaborates in the development of new techniques. Coordinates data collection and screening and verifies the data. Conducts analysis of data, interprets and implements research methodology based on outcome of analysis. Co-authors publications and may co-present results with Principal Investigator at meetings and/or conferences. Has oversight for day-to-day operation of laboratory and may supervise exempt and non-exempt research and support personnel. Education and Experience: Master's degree or specific professional/Doctorate degree preferred. 5 to 6 years related experience. Supervisory and financial management experience required. 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.