According to people in this career, the main tasks are...
| Task | Importance |
|---|---|
| Conduct research, or assist in the conduct of research, including the collection of information and samples, such as blood, water, soil, plants and animals. | 86% |
| Use computers, computer-interfaced equipment, robotics or high-technology industrial applications to perform work duties. | 86% |
| Participate in the research, development, or manufacturing of medicinal and pharmaceutical preparations. | 85% |
| Monitor and observe experiments, recording production and test data for evaluation by research personnel. | 85% |
| Analyze experimental data and interpret results to write reports and summaries of findings. | 84% |
| Provide technical support and services for scientists and engineers working in fields such as agriculture, environmental science, resource management, biology, and health sciences. | 83% |
| Keep detailed logs of all work-related activities. | 82% |
| Input data into databases. | 80% |
| Isolate, identify and prepare specimens for examination. | 78% |
| Set up, adjust, calibrate, clean, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory and field equipment. | 77% |
| Clean, maintain and prepare supplies and work areas. | 77% |
| Feed livestock or laboratory animals. | 75% |
| Conduct standardized biological, microbiological or biochemical tests and laboratory analyses to evaluate the quantity or quality of physical or chemical substances in food or other products. | 73% |
| Examine animals and specimens to detect the presence of disease or other problems. | 73% |
| Monitor laboratory work to ensure compliance with set standards. | 70% |
| Measure or weigh compounds and solutions for use in testing or animal feed. | 70% |
| Place orders for laboratory equipment and supplies. | 65% |
| Conduct or supervise operational programs, such as fish hatcheries, greenhouses and livestock production programs. | 65% |
