Biological Science Laboratory Technician

Quick Facts

• Role: Biological Science Laboratory Technician

Description

Support biological research projects by assisting with routine technical work in laboratory, field, or greenhouse environments. Collect, prepare, evaluate, and verify plant or soil samples; operate and calibrate scientific equipment; and maintain accurate experimental records. Use computers and software packages to tabulate, statistically analyze, and summarize research data.

Responsibilities

• Assist in phases of the research process by performing technical duties common to the assigned area of work
• Perform routine and recurring techniques using specialized equipment
• Maintain, calibrate, and modify equipment and automated systems used for test and evaluation procedures
• Collect, prepare, evaluate, and verify samples and supporting records; compile data from various sources
• Keep detailed records of experimental data; tabulate, statistically analyze, and summarize results using personal computers and software packages
• Maintain inventory of chemicals; prepare solutions and reagents; safely dispose of chemical and biological waste

Requirements

• US citizenship or US national
• Selective Service registration (males born after 12/31/1959)
• Subject to satisfactory background investigation and/or fingerprint check
• Successfully pass E-Verify employment verification
• Serve a 1-year probationary period (unless previous federal service is creditable)
• Meet GS-05/GS-06/GS-07 qualifications by the closing date (11/24/2026) via specialized experience and/or education
• Ability to follow safety procedures and use protective clothing; work involves some physical exertion
• Work outdoors as needed, with exposure to sun and humidity and occasional bad weather

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government includes a comprehensive benefits package; eligibility and specific benefits depend on the position type.