Knowledge normally acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in the specific field of research employment or other related field; six months to one year of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience performing basic research techniques specific to the area of research employment such as: Tissue Culture, Analytical Research, Molecular Biology, Agriculture, Social Science, Physiology, Medical Research, etc., including the use and calibration of related equipment; word processing, spreadsheet; database and/or desktop publishing software; presentation software; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Uses and calibrates research equipment such as pH meter, sensors, gas chromatography, computers and related software, analytical balance, autoclave, glove box and conducts preventive maintenance for water purification systems, eye-wash stations, desiccators; etc.