1015286722lab technician9.23laboratory6.74lab assistant5.07lab3.23biology2.649536459740587.5522.3945.00HOURLY26021010022025-09-012025-09-302025-08-012025-08-312025-10-05Lab Technicians have to be highly detailed-oriented and self-disciplined in order to be able to fulfill their day-to-day responsibilities. They must have a strong background and passion for the sciences, especially chemistry and biology, as well as technical skill in the use of computers and electronics. Lab technicians may work alone or collaborate with others in research teams and so must also possess good communication and writing skills. What to look for in an answer:

• Ability to work alone or in a group setting
• Strong scientific and technical skills
• Focused individual

A qualified applicant should be familiar with the specific methodology and equipment that will be in use in your lab. They should be able to name and detail their previous lab experience with technology and procedures. This question will help you to determine if the skill set of the applicant fits in with the needs of your facility. What to look for in an answer:

• Specific equipment they’re comfortable using
• Lab duties they’re experienced at performing
• Previous laboratory experience

A clean work area is crucial for laboratory efficiency. An improperly cleaned workspace can lead to sample contamination and incorrect results, which can end up costing the lab money if tests have to be repeated. An unclean workspace can also be a safety concern if dangerous substances such as hazardous chemicals or infectious bacteria aren’t properly sanitized. A qualified applicant must be knowledgeable about workplace safety and proper cleaning techniques. What to look for in an answer:

• Follows proper cleaning procedures
• Knowledgeable about laboratory safety
• Willingness to keep up with routine cleaning

In the lab, results can sometimes deviate from how things are in the textbook. It’s important for a lab technician to have the mental flexibility to think outside of the box and effectively problem solve a situation when results do not come out as planned. The answer will give you insight into how well an applicant is capable of resolving unique situations on their own. What to look for in an answer:

• Problem-solving abilities
• Willingness to persevere until an answer is found
• Mental flexibility

Experiments and tests aren’t the only types of work that 1015286722lab technician9.23laboratory6.74lab assistant5.07lab3.23biology2.649536459740587.5522.3945.00HOURLY26021010022025-09-012025-09-302025-08-012025-08-312025-10-05Lab Technicians will be doing. Lab techs also have strict record-keeping requirements and must perform inventory and waste management duties as well. They’re also responsible for communicating test results to physicians or researchers. Applicants should show experience in these crucial areas. What to look for in an answer:

• Record-keeping experience
• Inventory management ability
• Willingness to perform auxiliary roles

Lab technicians have various important responsibilities like determining whether or not a cell is cancerous or whether a certain drug counteracts the effects of harmful bacteria. For this reason, lab technicians need to be certain of their findings and should feel comfortable asking for a second opinion when they can't come to a definite conclusion. This question allows interviewers to evaluate a candidate's team-work skills. It also allows them to gain more insights into a candidate's previous work experience as a lab technician. A candidate's answer should emphasize:

• Commitment to accuracy
• Verbal communication
• Respect for one's coworkers