Temporary Research Assistant (Multi-Positions)

Work typically involves developing specific plans for experiments in the assigned laboratory and area of study, reading literature relating to procedures, modifying and adapting procedures to suit the particular project objectives. Carries out experiments independently, records and interprets data of experiments and procedures of self and others. Work requires sufficient theoretical knowledge to enable employee to work effectively in the area of inquiry, independent judgment in planning and conducting details of the experiment, and evaluation and limited interpretation of results. Work may include the training and supervision of other technicians or students in performing the specific phases of experiments and is performed under to general supervision of a principal investigator who reviews work through periodic conferences and reports in terms of its contribution to the project objectives.