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| 3211 LIFE SCIENCE TECHNICIANS |
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Life science technicians perform technical tasks connected
with research in biology or other life sciences, as well as with
the development of industrial, agricultural, medical, public
health and other practical applications of research results.
Tasks include -
(a) preparing materials and equipment for experiments, tests
and analyses;
(b) collecting and preparing specimens such as plant, animal
or human cells, and tissues, parts or organs for
experiments, tests and analyses;
(c) assisting with and performing experiments, tests and
analyses in their field of specialisation;
(d) collecting data and estimating quantities and costs of
materials and labour required for projects;
(e) applying knowledge of scientific principles and practices
in order to identify and solve problems arising in the
course of their work;
(f) organising maintenance and repairs of research equipment;
(g) performing related tasks;
(h) supervising other workers.
Examples of the occupations classified here:
- Technician, bacteriology
- Technician, biochemistry
- Technician, blood-bank
- Technician, pharmacology
- Technician, serology
- Technician, zoology
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