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Additional qualities
These may include:
• A practical orientation
• A willingness to learn, embrace change and
innovation
• Accuracy
• Alertness
• Arm-hand steadiness
• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity
Related career opportunities
• Control Systems Engineer
• Electrical Engineering Technician
• Manufacturing Supervisor
• Materials Technician
• Mechanical Engineering Technician • Polymer Process Technician
• Process Engineer
• Quality Control Technician
Occupation Code: 3141 Life Science Technician (excluding Medical)
Alternative titles: Life Science Technical Officer, Biological Technician, Bacteriology Technician, Biochemistry Technician, Pharmacology Technician, Tissue Culture Technician
Job description and duties
Life Science Technicians assist life science professionals in conducting research on living organisms. Although duties will vary according to the specific setting one is working in, a Life Science Technician is typically expected to:
• Ensure resources and equipment are available and in good running order
• Carry out collection and preparation of
the required specimens and samples, chemical materials and equipment prior to experimentation
• Provide support in the planning, execution and monitoring of field and laboratory experiments
• Document any testing results and prepare reports in line with best laboratory practices and as directed by life science professionals
• Preserve, categorise and keep a register of specimens and samples
• Dismantle, clean and properly maintain specialised laboratory equipment and instruments, such as centrifuges, pipetting machines and pH meters and so on
• Coordinate servicing, repairing and calibration of equipment with third party service providers
• Provide assistance and technical support to other team members with respect to research, development, analysis and testing
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