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LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

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JOB DESCRIPTION

A laboratory technician performs the following tasks:

  1. Prepares and conducts experiments according to protocols – including chemical reactions, material testing, biological samples, or product development.
  2. Analyzes samples of raw materials, semi-finished, and finished products in industries such as food, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, or chemical.
  3. Records and interprets test results, prepares reports, and maintains laboratory documentation.
  4. Maintains laboratory equipment, ensures instrument calibration, and proper chemical storage.
  5. Adheres to safety and environmental standards, especially when working with hazardous substances.
  6. Participates in the development of new technologies and products, often in collaboration with engineers and scientists.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

  1. Chemical industry – quality control, formulation development
  2. Food industry – food composition analysis, product safety
  3. Medicine – biochemical, hematological, microbiological, and cytological analyses
  4. Pharmaceutical companies – drug development, purity and stability control
  5. Research institutes and universities – support in scientific projects and teaching
  6. Environmental laboratories – soil, water, and air analysis

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

  1. Analytical thinking and precision
  2. Knowledge of laboratory techniques and instruments
  3. Technical literacy and ability to use data processing software
  4. Teamwork

CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR THE JOB

  1. Severe allergies to chemicals, latex, dust, or animal hair (in veterinary labs)
  2. Respiratory diseases (e.g., asthma) that worsen with fumes or dust exposure
  3. Skin conditions aggravated by contact with irritants
  4. Neurological disorders affecting fine motor skills or concentration
  5. Uncorrectable vision impairments that prevent precise work
  6. Mental health conditions affecting safety and responsibility when handling hazardous substances

Operational contraindications

Safety and technical limitations:

  1. Inability to wear protective equipment (e.g., due to material allergies or physical limitations)
  2. Inability to work in shifts or under pressure (common in industrial labs)
  3. Lack of attention and precision – which can lead to errors with serious consequences

LABOR MARKET COMPETENCIES

  1. Handling laboratory equipment – precise use of scales, spectrophotometers, chromatographs, and other instruments
  2. Knowledge of chemical and physical analyses – ability to perform standardized testing of raw materials and products
  3. Application of safety protocols – working with hazardous substances in accordance with occupational and environmental safety regulations
  4. Maintaining laboratory documentation – accurate result recording, report writing, and working with LIMS systems
  5. Understanding scientific methods and quality control processes – including method validation and verification
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