Job Summary
A Laboratory Technician supports scientific, medical, or industrial research and testing by collecting, processing, and analyzing samples.
Key duties include operating complex equipment, maintaining strict quality control and safety protocols, documenting data in LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems), and maintaining a sterile, organized work environment.
Core Responsibilities & Duties
Sample Management: Receiving, labeling, preparing, and storing specimens, samples, or products for testing.
Testing & Analysis: Performing, analyzing, and documenting tests using techniques like wet chemistry or microscopic examination.
Equipment Maintenance: Cleaning, sterilizing, calibrating, and performing routine maintenance on laboratory instruments, such as pH meters, balances, and centrifuges.
Data Recording: Meticulously recording and analyzing results to ensure accuracy, often using computer software to generate reports.
Safety Compliance: Adhering to strict safety guidelines (OSHA, FDA, GMP) and using personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
Inventory Control: Monitoring and ordering lab supplies, reagents, and materials.
Key Qualifications & SkillsEducation
A Degree or Certificate in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology, or a related field (often a Bachelor's or Associate degree).
Technical Skills: Proficiency with laboratory equipment and data management software.
Analytical Skills: Strong mathematical skills for calculations and data analysis.Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to recording data and maintaining safety standards.