Job Description
Candidates must be able to perform scientific tests on samples, analyzing data, and communicating results to other professionals:
- Analyzing samples: Laboratory scientists analyze biological samples, such as tissue, bodily fluids, and blood, using scientific instruments and technology.
- Recording data: Laboratorscientists record data to identify normal or abnormal findings.
- Communicating results: Laboratory scientists communicate results to other professionals, such as physicians, to assist in diagnosis and treatment.
- Maintaining equipment: Laboratory scientists calibrate, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment.
- Following safety rules: Laboratory scientists follow safety rules.
- Setting up experiments and investigations
- Preparing solutions, cultures, and specimens
- Collecting and presenting data and statistics
The following skills and attributes are desirable for the job:
- Critical thinking
- Investigative skills
- Problem solving skills
- Time management skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Teamwork skills
- Patience
- Attention to detail