Scientific aide vs science technician

Differences between scientific aide and science technician duties and responsibilities

Scientific aide example responsibilities.

• Identify owl species by sight and sound prompt using hoot flute and reed caller.
• Utilize GPS and GIS for recording various field activities (e.g.
• Haul seine the Christina river to monitor shad and herring movement/reproduction.
• Navigate to and through remote locations using paper maps and GPS units.
• Conduct deer surveys in various counties in California, using fecal DNA analysis.
• Extract DNA and RNA from plant and insect samples for bacterial or viral detection.
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Science technician example responsibilities.

• Identify owl species by sight and sound prompt using hoot flute and reed caller.
• Manage daily RCRA inspections and mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment preventive/corrective maintenance procedures.
• Administer laboratory tests and experiments that include various assays, such as ELISA and specialize technologies.
• Create GIS layers and a corresponding database of artifacts find at various GPS locations in and around the project site.
• Perform DNA quantification and real-time PCR analysis for determination of different bacterial species abundance.
• Operate under GLP, FDA, EPA, and OSHA standards and requirements.
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