Reviewing data from experiments, tests, and analyses performed by other scientists in order to determine whether the results can be used to make inferences about other data sets
Conducting experiments to test the effects of various chemicals on plant or animal cells in culture or on whole organisms in controlled settings such as labs or greenhouses
Analyzing chemical samples collected from industrial waste sites to determine the presence of hazardous materials such as mercury or asbestos
Analyzing samples collected from residential environments such as drinking water, soil, and air samples for contaminants such as lead or asbestos fibers
Conducting testing to ensure that products meet federal standards for safety and quality
Preparing reports detailing findings from experiments and analyses
Preparing samples of substances to be analyzed by using methods such as distillation, evaporation, chromatography
Keeping records of all tests conducted and samples analyzed to ensure accurate results during lab audits
Collecting and analyzing samples from a variety of sources such as industrial sites, manufacturing plants, and waste disposal sites