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Careers / Biological Technicians |
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Summary Description |
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Assist biological and medical scientists in laboratories. Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, monitor experiments, make observations, and calculate and record results. May analyze organic substances, such as blood, food, and drugs. |
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Sample Job Titles |
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Aquatic Scientist |
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Artificial Breeding Laboratory Technician |
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Artificial Breeding Technician |
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Artificial Inseminator |
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Babcock Tester |
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Bacteriology Lab Specialist |
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Bacteriology Research Assistant |
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Bacteriology Technician |
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Biochemistry Technician |
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Biological Aide |
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Biological Science Aide |
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Biological Science Laboratory Technician |
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Biological Science Technician |
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Biological Sciences Technician |
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Biological Scientist |
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16. |
Biological Technician |
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Biologist Aide |
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Biology Laboratory Assistant |
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Biology Research Assistant |
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Biology Specimen Technician |
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Biomedical Technician |
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Biotechnician |
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23. |
Biotechnologist |
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Botany Laboratory Assistant |
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Culture Media Laboratory Assistant |
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Cytogenetic Technologist |
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Cytology Laboratory Technician |
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Dairy Technologist |
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29. |
Downstream Biomanufacturing Technician |
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Environmental Technician |
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Exotic Plants Technician |
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Feed Research Aide |
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Fiber Technologist |
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Fisheries Biological Technician |
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Fowl Blood Tester |
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Game Technician |
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Herbarium Worker |
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Lab Supervisor |
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Lab Technologist |
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Laboratory Assistant |
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Laboratory Associate |
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Laboratory Technician |
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Laboratory Worker |
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Marine Fisheries Technician |
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Medical Lab Assistant |
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Medical Research Assistant |
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Medical Technologist |
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Microbiology Analyst |
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Microbiology Lab Assistant |
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Microbiology Quality Control Technician |
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Microbiology Technician |
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Molecular Lab Technologist |
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Molecular Research Technologist |
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Poultry Inseminator |
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Research Assistant |
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Research Associate |
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Research Specialist |
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Research Technician |
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Resource Biologist |
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Resource Biologist-Fisheries |
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Scientific Technician |
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62. |
Seed Analyst |
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Specimen Technician |
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Upstream Biomanufacturing Technician |
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Veterinary Laboratory Technician |
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Wildlife Biology Technician |
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Wildlife Technician |
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Job Tasks |
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Conduct research or assist in the conduct of research, including the collection of information and samples, such as blood, water, soil, plants and animals.
- Collect biological specimens.
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Isolate, identify and prepare specimens for examination.
- Prepare biological samples for testing or analysis.
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Conduct standardized biological, microbiological or biochemical tests and laboratory analyses to evaluate the quantity or quality of physical or chemical substances in food or other products.
- Analyze chemical compounds or substances.
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Examine animals and specimens to detect the presence of disease or other problems.
- Examine characteristics or behavior of living organisms.
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Analyze experimental data and interpret results to write reports and summaries of findings.
- Research microbiological or chemical processes or structures.
- Interpret research or operational data.
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Keep detailed logs of all work-related activities.
- Record research or operational data.
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Participate in the research, development, or manufacturing of medicinal and pharmaceutical preparations.
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Use computers, computer-interfaced equipment, robotics or high-technology industrial applications to perform work duties.
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Monitor laboratory work to ensure compliance with set standards.
- Monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards.
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Provide technical support and services for scientists and engineers working in fields such as agriculture, environmental science, resource management, biology, and health sciences.
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Clean, maintain and prepare supplies and work areas.
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Monitor and observe experiments, recording production and test data for evaluation by research personnel.
- Monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards.
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Set up, adjust, calibrate, clean, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory and field equipment.
- Set up laboratory or field equipment.
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Feed livestock or laboratory animals.
- Care for plants or animals.
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Measure or weigh compounds and solutions for use in testing or animal feed.
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Conduct or supervise operational programs such as fish hatcheries, greenhouses and livestock production programs.
- Manage agricultural or forestry operations.
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Work Activities |
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Documenting/Recording Information —
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form. |
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates —
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. |
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Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work —
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. |
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Interacting With Computers —
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information. |
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Processing Information —
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. |
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Getting Information —
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. |
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Making Decisions and Solving Problems —
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. |
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Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge —
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. |
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Analyzing Data or Information —
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts. |
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Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings —
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. |
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Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events —
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. |
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Thinking Creatively —
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. |
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Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships —
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. |
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Controlling Machines and Processes —
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles). |
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Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information —
Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity. |
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Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others —
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. |
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Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards —
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards. |
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Scheduling Work and Activities —
Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. |
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Handling and Moving Objects —
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things. |
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Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material —
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. |
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Communicating with Persons Outside Organization —
Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail. |
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Performing Administrative Activities —
Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork. |
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Developing Objectives and Strategies —
Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them. |
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Performing General Physical Activities —
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. |
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Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People —
Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. |
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Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment —
Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles. |
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Developing and Building Teams —
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members. |
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Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others —
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks. |
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Training and Teaching Others —
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others. |
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Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment —
Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles. |
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Monitoring and Controlling Resources —
Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money. |
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Nature of the Work |
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Working Conditions |
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Interesting Fact |
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Danny DeVito once worked as a janitor. |
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