United States
Sector
Keyword
Assistant
Lab Technician
Life Science Technician
Minimum- Bachelor in Science in concerned discipline (Zoology)
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The tasks a Laboratory Assistant, Zoological is expected to perform include:
Arranging microscope, dissecting trays, instruments, reagents etc. in zoological laboratory for Zoologist to perform routine test for classification and analyses and preserving zoological specimens
Setting up position of required apparatus
Collecting required specimens such as insects, frogs, fishes, birds, animals etc.
Administering chloroform to them and supplying dead, living or unconscious specimens to laboratory for research and practical experiments
Performing routine tests by dissections, studying growth, nature, physiological reactions etc. and recording observations as necessary
Classifying and making catalogues of preserved specimens and arranging them in proper order in museum
Preserving specimens by properly mounting them in preservative media like formalene, alcohol etc.
Dissecting animals and birds and stuffing them properly to retain their natural colour, appearance etc.
Accompanying students and Zoologists on excursions and assisting them in collection and preservation of zoological specimens
Checking animalsroom and ensuring proper maintenance of animals meant for laboratory use
Keeping apparatus and instruments such as balances, paraffin baths, incubators microtones etc., in good condition
Knowledge of collecting required specimens such as insects, frogs, fishes, birds, animals etc.
Skilled in performing routine tests by dissections, studying growth, nature physiological reactions etc.
Ability to dissect animals and birds and stuffing them properly to retain their natural colour, appearance etc.
Well-versed in keeping apparatus and instruments such as balances, paraffin baths, incubators microtones etc, in good condition
Proficient in preserving specimens by properly mounting them in preservative media like formalene, alcohol etc.
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Exceptional communicator
Strong interpersonal skills
Research and problem solving skills
Attention to detail
Analytical skills
Technical abilities
It is not a field job
Need not handle a team
Local travelling is a part of this job
Part-time work and contractual jobs are available in some cities
Work from home option is not available
Working hours
Companies usually work for 6 days a week and 8/10 hours everyday. This may vary from company to company
Shift system maybe available
Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?Maybe
The job is considered hazardous or dangerous under The Factories Act, 1948 (section 87)
Occupational hazards may include back aches, infection, allergies, slips and falls, general fatigue, nausea, burns, etc.
Health risks include exposure to cleaning agents and disinfectants, drugs, anaesthetic gases, solvents, paints, and compressed gases, potential exposure to allergens, infectious zoonotics, working in wet locations, lifting, pushing, pulling, and repetitive tasks etc.
For candidates with up to 2 yearsof experience ?INR15,000 toINR20,000 per month
For candidates with 2 to 5 yearsof experience ?INR22,000 toINR25,500 per month
For candidates with over 5 yearsof experience ?INR25,500 toINR30,000 per month
(These figures are indicative and subject to change)
Growth of Indian Pharmaceuticals Sector
Pharmaceutical industry falls under the broader umbrella of Life Sciences. Pharmaceutical industry is further classified into five sub-segments - Domestic Formulation Companies, Export Oriented Formulation Companies, API Manufacturers, Contract Manufacturing of Formulations, and Nutraceuticals Products. Apart from core sub segments, Pharmaceutical is affected by Biopharmaceuticals and Contract research. Currently, the Indian pharmaceuticals sector ranks third globally in terms of volume sales and 10th, in terms of value. With the evolution of the sector, the boundaries between these sub-sectors are getting blurred. Biotechnologists are increasingly catering to pharma clients, while pharma companies now have biotech products in their fold.
Understanding any one element necessitates understanding the entire spectrum. Indian pharmaceuticals sector has increasingly demonstrated growth in mid-teens over the last few years- inherent nature makes it recession proof. The pharmaceuticals sector presents diverse and lucrative opportunities for both domestic and foreign multinational companies.
The sector is expected to reach US$60 billion in 2017 (CAGR of 18 percent) whereas the industry size is expected to reach of US$100 billion by 2020, thereby employing 1.5 million people in the sector by 2015, 1.898 million by 2018 and 2.464 million by 2022.
Universities, museums, conservatories across India
Government agencies specializing in agriculture, wildlife control and forestry conservation
Research institutions
Private industries - agricultural processors, pharmaceutical companies, oil companies and commercial suppliers of plants and animals
Botanical gardens
Towns and cities across India
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