Occupation information for Biological Technicians District Of Columbia

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Typical education needed for entry: Bachelor's degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: No on-the-job training

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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.
• 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.
• Keep detailed logs of all work-related activities.
• Input data into databases.
• Isolate, identify and prepare specimens for examination.
• Set up, adjust, calibrate, clean, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory and field equipment.
• Clean, maintain and prepare supplies and work areas.
• Feed livestock or laboratory animals.
• 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.

Tools:

• Deoxyribonucleic sequence analyzers
• Inverted microscopes
• Manual or electronic hematology differential cell counters
• Microbiology analyzers
• Robotic or automated liquid handling systems

Technology:

• Analytical or scientific software
• Data base user interface and query software
• Geographic information system
• Graphics or photo imaging software
• Word processing software

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