To develop and perform engineering and/or scientific research requiring special qualifications or attainment, with wide latitude for independent action and decision.Responsible for complex or unusual research assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures.Proposes, plans, schedules, coordinates, completes and reports the detailed phases of a part of, or all of, a research project.Devises new approaches to problems encountered.Oversees and assists in the preparation of specifications.Assumes responsibility for acceptance or rejection of results achieved.Performs related duties as required