Agricultural Technicians
Also called: Research Associate, Seed Analyst, Agricultural Research Technician, Laboratory Technician
What they do:
Set up or maintain laboratory equipment and collect samples from crops or animals. Prepare specimens or record data to assist scientists in biology or related life science experiments.
On the job, you would:
- Receive and prepare laboratory samples for analysis, following proper protocols to ensure that they will be stored, prepared, and disposed of efficiently and effectively.
- Record data pertaining to experimentation, research, or animal care.
- Plant seeds in specified areas, and count the resulting plants to determine the percentage of seeds that germinated.
Math and Science
Engineering and Technology
Arts and Humanities
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
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Verbal
Ideas and Logic
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People interested in this work like activities that include
practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They do well at jobs that need:
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You might use software like this on the job: Analytical or scientific software
Spreadsheet software
Electronic mail software
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New job opportunities are less likely in the future.
$33,550
per year, on average
This work is part of the green economy. |
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See more details at O*NET OnLine about agricultural technicians.