Chemistry Technicians

Chemistry Technicians perform laboratory tests on organic and inorganic chemicals, analyse test data and carry out technical functions in support of Chemists or Chemical Engineers in a wide variety of areas such as fuels, agricultural products, food, pharmaceuticals, paints, metals, plastics, textiles, detergents, paper, fertilisers and cosmetics.

What the job involves

• Prepares materials for experimentation, including freezing and slicing specimens and mixing chemicals

• Collects information and samples

• Conducts field and laboratory experiments, tests and analyses

• Presents results in graphic or written form by preparing maps charts, sketches, diagrams and reports

• Performs routine mathematical calculations and computations of measurement

• Controls the quality and quantity of laboratory supplies by testing samples and monitoring usage

• Checks, calibrates and maintains test equipment

• Participates in fabricating, installing and modifying equipment to ensure that critical standards are met