Chemistry technician
Chemistry technicians monitor chemical processes and conduct tests to analyse chemical substances for manufacturing or scientific purposes. They work in laboratories or production facilities where they assist chemists in their work. Chemistry technicians perform laboratory activities, test chemical substances, analyse data and report about their work.
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"Entry Level" is the typical starting salary for individuals entering the labor market for the first time.
"Experienced" refers to the salary that professionals in this job may earn after building experience and advancing their skills.
Essential Skills & Knowledge
Essential Skills
- analyse chemical substances
- apply safety procedures in laboratory
- assist scientific research
- contact scientists
- handle chemicals
- improve chemical processes
- maintain laboratory equipment
- manage chemical processes inspection
- manage chemical testing procedures
- mix chemicals
- monitor chemical process condition
- perform chemical experiments
- perform laboratory tests
- prepare chemical samples
- process data
- regulate chemical reaction
- test chemical samples
- transfer chemicals
- use chemical analysis equipment
- work with chemicals
- write work-related reports
Essential Knowledge
- basic chemicals
- chemical processes
- chemical products
- health and safety regulations
- laboratory techniques
The “Essential Skills and Knowledge” content is derived from the European Skills, Competences, Qualifications and Occupations (ESCO) framework for more information refer to ESCO's website.
Top sectors hiring Bahrainis for this job
- Manufacturing
- Professional, Scientific and Technical Activities
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