Microbiological Technician

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Set up and conduct biological, microbiological, biochemical tests and laboratory analyses
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Certification by a provincial or territorial association

Experience and specialization

Area of work experience

• Applied research
• Cultures and samples preparation
• Environmental monitoring
• Laboratory testing and analysis
• Quality control and assurance
• Waste management

Area of specialization

• Biology
• Microbiology
• Genetics and molecular biology

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Tight deadlines
• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Own tools/equipment

• Gloves

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement

Benefits

Health benefits

• Health care plan