Chemical Technicians
Code: 19-4031.00
Zone 3
Median Annual Salary
£60,390
Range: £41,740 - £92,040
Preparation & Education
Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed
Job Zone 3
Industry Outlook
Average
New job opportunities are likely in the future.
Role Overview & What They Do
Conduct chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials for research and development of new products or processes, quality control, maintenance of environmental standards, and other work involving experimental, theoretical, or practical application of chemistry and related sciences.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Analytical Laboratory Technician (Analytical Lab Technician)
Chemical Analyst
Chemical Technician
Laboratory Analyst (Lab Analyst)
Laboratory Technician (Lab Tech)
Laboratory Tester (Lab Tester)
Organic Preparation Analyst (Organic Prep Analyst)
Quality Control Laboratory Technician (QC Lab Tech)
Quality Control Technician (QC Tech)
Research Technician
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Conduct chemical or physical laboratory tests to assist scientists in making qualitative or quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, or gaseous materials.
- Maintain, clean, or sterilize laboratory instruments or equipment.
- Monitor product quality to ensure compliance with standards and specifications.
Technology, Tools & Software Stack
Data base user interface and query software
Oracle Database
Structured query language SQL
Presentation software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Object or component oriented development software
Oracle Java
R
Core Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Basic Skills
using scientific rules and strategies to solve problems
reading work related information
Problem Solving
noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
People and Technology Systems
measuring how well a system is working and how to improve it
thinking about the pros and cons of different options and picking the best one
Math and Science
chemistry
arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics
Arts and Humanities
English language
Engineering and Technology
computers and electronics
Verbal
read and understand what is written
communicate by writing
Ideas and Logic
make general rules or come up with answers from lots of detailed information
notice when problems happen
Hand and Finger Use
hold or move items with your hands
keep your arm or hand steady
Math
choose the right type of math to solve a problem
Personality & Work Styles
Top Interest: Investigative
People interested in this work like activities that include ideas, thinking, and figuring things out.
Key Work Styles:
Cautiousness
Attention to Detail
Dependability
Integrity
Achievement Orientation
Intellectual Curiosity
Frequently Asked Questions About Chemical Technicians
In the UK, the median annual salary for a Chemical Technicians is £60,390. Starting salaries (10th percentile) typically begin around £41,740, while highly experienced professionals (90th percentile) can earn upwards of £92,040 depending on location and experience.
Entry as a Chemical Technicians typically aligns with Job Zone 3 (Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed). Most of these careers need vocational school training, on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
Essential skills and tooling for a Chemical Technicians include: Oracle Database, Structured query language SQL, Microsoft PowerPoint, Oracle Java, R. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
New job opportunities are likely in the future. (Industry demand rating: Average).
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Salary Distribution
10th Percentile (Entry):
£41,740
Median Annual (Average):
£60,390
90th Percentile (Senior):
£92,040
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