Perform laboratory and field tests to monitor the environment and investigate sources of pollution, including those that affect health, under the direction of an environmental scientist, engineer, or other specialist. They collect samples of gases, soil, water, and other materials for testing.
Compile data from various sources, such as maps, reports, and field and file investigations, for use by city planner in making planning studies.
Assist social scientists in laboratory, survey, and other social science research. They help prepare findings for publication and assist in laboratory analysis, quality control, or data management.
Collect and test samples to monitor results of nuclear experiments and contamination of humans, facilities, and environment.
Operate equipment used for the release, control, or utilization of nuclear energy to assist scientists in laboratory or production activities.
Test or analyze geological samples, crude oil, or minerals to detect presence of petroleum, gas, or mineral deposits indicating potential for exploration or production or to determine physical or chemical properties to ensure that products meet quality standards.
Measure, record, or evaluate geological data, using sonic, electronic, electrical, seismic, or gravity measuring instruments to prospect for oil or gas. They collect or evaluate core samples or cuttings.
Conduct chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials for research and development of new products or processes, quality control, maintenance of environmental standards, and other work involving experimental, theoretical, or practical application.
Assist biological and medical scientists in laboratories. They set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, monitor experiments, make observations, and calculate and record results. They analyze organic substances, such as blood, food, and drugs.
Perform standardized qualitative and quantitative tests to determine physical or chemical properties of food or beverage products.
