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Job Description

Set up or maintain laboratory equipment and collect samples from crops or animals. Prepare specimens or record data to assist scientists in biology or related life science experiments.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 19-4011.01

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Agricultural Technicians”.

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Tasks for “Biological Aide”

Supervise pest or weed control operations, including locating and identifying pests or weeds, selecting chemicals and application methods, or scheduling application.
Prepare land for cultivated crops, orchards, or vineyards by plowing, discing, leveling, or contouring.
Prepare laboratory samples for analysis, following proper protocols to ensure that they will be stored, prepared, and disposed of efficiently and effectively.
Conduct studies of nitrogen or alternative fertilizer application methods, quantities, or timing to ensure satisfaction of crop needs and minimization of leaching, runoff, or denitrification.
Perform general nursery duties, such as propagating standard varieties of plant materials, collecting and germinating seeds, maintaining cuttings of plants, or controlling environmental conditions.
Record data pertaining to experimentation, research, or animal care.
Prepare or present agricultural demonstrations.
Collect animal or crop samples.
Prepare culture media, following standard procedures.
Supervise or train agricultural technicians or farm laborers.
Operate farm machinery, including tractors, plows, mowers, combines, balers, sprayers, earthmoving equipment, or trucks.
Perform laboratory or field testing, using spectrometers, nitrogen determination apparatus, air samplers, centrifuges, or potential hydrogen (pH) meters to perform tests.
Determine the germination rates of seeds planted in specified areas.
Examine animals or crop specimens to determine the presence of diseases or other problems.
Conduct insect or plant disease surveys.
Prepare data summaries, reports, or analyses that include results, charts, or graphs to document research findings and results.
Respond to general inquiries or requests from the public.
Assess comparative soil erosion from various planting or tillage systems, such as conservation tillage with mulch or ridge till systems, no-till systems, or conventional tillage systems with or without moldboard plows.
Set up laboratory or field equipment as required for site testing.
Perform crop production duties, such as tilling, hoeing, pruning, weeding, or harvesting crops.
Perform tests on seeds to evaluate seed viability.
Maintain or repair agricultural facilities, equipment, or tools to ensure operational readiness, safety, and cleanliness.
Transplant trees, vegetables, or horticultural plants.
Record environmental data from field samples of soil, air, water, or pests to monitor the effectiveness of integrated pest management (IPM) practices.
Devise cultural methods or environmental controls for plants for which guidelines are sketchy or nonexistent.
Measure or weigh ingredients used in laboratory testing.

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