MidGrowing growth
Lab Analyst
Run routine scientific analyses in commercial labs
$35,000 – $65,000/yrPerform standardized tests and analyses in environmental, food, or clinical testing labs.
Highlights
Common tasks
Process samples, run standard tests, record results, and maintain lab equipment.
Potential downsides
Repetitive work, shift schedules, and limited career growth without further education.
Skills
ResearchOrganizationWritingData analysisCritical thinkingPattern recognition
Interests
ScienceEducationEnvironmentTechnology
Industries
Sustainability
Work style
IndependentHands-onAnalytical
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