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What They Do |
Biological technologists perform some or all of the following duties:
 | Assist in conducting biological, microbiological and biochemical tests and laboratory analyses |
| Perform limited range of technical functions in support of agriculture, plant breeding, animal husbandry, biology, biomedical research and environmental protection |
| Assist in conducting field research and surveys to collect data and samples of water, soil, and plant and animal populations |
| Assist in analysis of data and preparation of reports. |
| Set up and conduct biological, microbiological and biochemical tests and laboratory analyses in support of research and quality control in food production, sanitation, pharmaceutical production, biotechnology and other fields |
| Apply methods and techniques such as microscopy, histochemistry, chromatography, electrophoresis and spectroscopy |
| Perform experimental procedures in agriculture, plant breeding, animal husbandry, biology and biomedical research |
| Conduct field research and surveys to collect data and samples of water, soil, and plant and animal populations |
| Conduct environmental monitoring and compliance activities for the protection of fisheries stock, wildlife and other natural resources |
| Analyze data and prepare reports |
| Conduct or supervise operational programs such as fish hatchery, greenhouse and livestock production programs. |
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Where They Find Work — Top Occupational Areas |
| Public administration |
26.0% |
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| Educational services |
14.0% |
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| Architectural engineering and related services |
5.0% |
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| Scientific research and development services |
5.0% |
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| Management scientific and technical consulting services |
5.0% |
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| The unionization rate (42%) is close to the average (32%) for all occupations. |
| The highest concentrations (per 10,000 people) of Biological Technologists and Technicians are found in Saskatchewan and Prince Edward Island while the lowest concentrations are in Alberta and Newfoundland. |
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