Under general supervision, provides routine technical assistance in performing assigned and delegated tasks in support of research projects. Responsibilities include assisting or conducting a variety of scientific experiments and research projects of limited complexity, collecting, evaluating and interpreting data for clinical and diagnostic research. • The lab is currently engaged in exciting state-of-the-art multi-disciplinary projects (infection, aging, asthma, exercise) and duties are aligned to these projects. • Provides routine technical assistance in performing assigned and delegated tasks in support of research projects. • Performs assigned clerical and technical duties in a research or clinical lab setting. • Assists investigator or higher level technician with research studies, experiments and assays including collection of data, preparation of solutions and set-up and maintenance of equipment. • Performs routine tests with direction from supervisor, manager or higher level technician. • Assists in conducting a variety of scientific experiments and research projects of limited complexity, collecting, evaluating, and interpreting data. • Carries out general laboratory maintenance. • Performs all other duties as assigned. • Attention to detail by achieving thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task through concern for all the areas involved. • Ability to organize and coordinate work within schedule constraints and handle emergent requirements in a timely manner. • Ability to monitor important and complex projects concurrently within a research environment or laboratory schedule. • Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, to include writing and preparing memorandums, letters, and other official correspondence. • Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Lotus Notes/other e-mail software. Education: • Bachelor's Degree in a basic science is required. Experience: • None required. • Some experience in a research/clinical setting is highly preferred.