Biological Technicians

Onet Code: 
19-4021.00

Assist biological and medical scientists in laboratories. Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, monitor experiments, make observations, and calculate and record results. May analyze organic substances, such as blood, food, and drugs.

Common Job Titles for this Occupation: 
Biological Technician, Laboratory Technician, Biological Science Laboratory Technician, Environmental Technician, Research Assistant, Research Associate, Resource Biologist, Wildlife Technician, Biological Science Technician, Biological Scientist
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Most Common Education/Training Requirement: 
Bachelor's Degree