SCIENTIFIC ASSISTANT II

Technical work in performing moderately difficult laboratory tests and analyses. An employee in this class performs moderately difficult organic and analytical chemical tests that have been learnt on the job. Work occasionally involves supervision over subordinates. Assignments in the nature of samples and advice letters are received from a superior who indicates the type of test or analysis to be made and provides additional guidance on the more difficult tests. Employee is expected to make routine tests and to report his findings independently. A superior is available for guidance on difficult problems and reviews frequently the work in progress and the records, following completion, for accurate use of proper methods and results.