Sample Management: Collecting, receiving, labeling, sorting, and processing specimens (e.g., blood, chemicals, tissue) for testing.
Lab Preparation: Preparing reagents, solutions, and media according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Equipment Maintenance: Cleaning, sterilizing, calibrating, and performing routine maintenance on lab apparatus like autoclaves, centrifuges, and microscopes.
Data Management: Accurately recording, filing, and entering data into Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
Safety Compliance: Adhering to safety protocols (GLP - Good Laboratory Practice) and proper disposal of biohazardous or hazardous waste.
Inventory Control: Monitoring stock levels of reagents and supplies, and placing orders to ensure necessary materials are available.
Assistance: Assisting senior staff with experiments, tests, and, in educational settings, helping students with laboratory lessons.
