This position generally functions with full principal or co-principal responsibilities for a large sponsored project. This position may also be used in other highly technical research areas. This position requires specialized training and expertise. Incumbents may be required to travel to remote locations to perform research experiments and may be required to work with potentially hazardous materials. This position differs from classified staff research positions in that typically greater education and experience in required.
Projects tend to be more complex and wider in scope.
The following are examples of typical duties. Other duties may be assigned. Essential duties should be identified on a more specific working job description. Data collection, processing and analysis Assists faculty researchers, or may act independently, in the planning and designing of research projects, establishing priorities and recommending schedules, time tables and costs. Presentation of project results to internal and external parties.