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.
<ul><li>Use computers, computer-interfaced equipment, robotics or high-technology industrial applications to perform work duties.</li><li>Conduct research or assist in the conduct of research, including the collection of information and samples, such as blood, water, soil, plants and animals.</li><li>Monitor and observe experiments, recording production and test data for evaluation by research personnel.</li><li>Provide technical support and services for scientists and engineers working in fields such as agriculture, environmental science, resource management, biology, and health sciences.</li><li>Analyze experimental data and interpret results to write reports and summaries of findings.</li><li>Keep detailed logs of all work-related activities.</li><li>Input data into databases.</li><li>Isolate, identify and prepare specimens for examination.</li><li>Set up, adjust, calibrate, clean, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory and field equipment.</li><li>Clean, maintain and prepare supplies and work areas.</li><li>Monitor laboratory work to ensure compliance with set standards.</li><li>Place orders for laboratory equipment and supplies.</li></ul>