Biological Technicians
Biological Technicians
Career outlook for
Biological Technicians
What's it like?
Collect biological specimens, monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards, interpret research or operational data, research microbiological or chemical processes or structures, record research or operational data.
Working conditions
Tasks
- Conduct research, or assist in the conduct of research, including the collection of information and samples, such as blood, water, soil, plants and animals.
- Use computers, computer-interfaced equipment, robotics or high-technology industrial applications to perform work duties.
- Monitor and observe experiments, recording production and test data for evaluation by research personnel.
- Analyze experimental data and interpret results to write reports and summaries of findings.
- Provide technical support and services for scientists and engineers working in fields such as agriculture, environmental science, resource management, biology, and health sciences.
Top Skills
- Reading Comprehension.
- Critical Thinking.
- Active Listening.
- Active Learning.
- Science.