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The Technician and The Scientist

TECHNICIANS IN THE FIELD OF BIOTECHNOLOGY

SKILLS:

  • Problem Solving – Use scientific rules and methods to solve problems
  • Mathematics – Use mathematical skills to solve problems
  • Reading Comprehension – Understand written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
  • Technical Operation – controlling operation of equipment and systems

WORK ACTIVITIES:

  • Documenting and Recording Information
  • Performing and troubleshooting experiments
  • Inspecting, Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
  • Monitoring Processes, Materials or Surroundings
  • Handling and Moving Objects – Manipulate things



SCIENTISTS IN BIOTECHNOLOGY

SKILLS:

  • Critical Thinking and Complex Problem Solving – use logic and reasoning skills to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions. Develop and Evaluate options and implement solutions
  • Judgment and Decision Making - consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions
  • Reading Comprehension – understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
  • Communication Skills - communicating effectively in writing for needs of the audience
  • Active Listening Skills
  • Time Management Skills – managing one’s own time and the time of others

WORK ACTIVITIES:

  • Organizing, Planning and Prioritizing Work
  • Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
  • Getting Information – observing, receiving and obtaining relevant information from all sources
  • Interacting with Computers – using computers and computer systems to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, process information
  • Processing Information – compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, verifying information


 

 

 

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