Laboratory Technician Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Laboratory Technician includes the following duties and responsibilities:

Collecting, receiving, labeling, and/or analyzing samples or substances using the correct testing equipment, when necessary.
Designing and executing laboratory testing in line with standard testing procedures, recording observations, and interpreting findings.
Recording all experimental data and test results accurately and in the specified format (written and/or electronic.)
Maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
Cleaning, sterilizing, maintaining, and calibrating laboratory equipment.
Ordering laboratory supplies, as needed.
Providing technical support, when necessary.
Organizing and storing all chemical substances, fluids, and compressed gases according to safety instructions.
Ensuring that safety guidelines are adhered to at all times within the laboratory.
Keeping up to date with relevant scientific and technical developments.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Laboratory Technician duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Laboratory Technician roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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