analytical-chemist/references/tasks.md

Tasks & work activities — analytical chemist

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 19-2031.00 (Chemists) — manual nearest-occupation mapping via ISCO group 2113; the official ESCO crosswalk has no entry for this ESCO occupation.

Task statements

• [Core] Analyze organic or inorganic compounds to determine chemical or physical properties, composition, structure, relationships, or reactions, using chromatography, spectroscopy, or spectrophotometry techniques.
• [Core] Develop, improve, or customize products, equipment, formulas, processes, or analytical methods.
• [Core] Compile and analyze test information to determine process or equipment operating efficiency or to diagnose malfunctions.
• [Core] Confer with scientists or engineers to conduct analyses of research projects, interpret test results, or develop nonstandard tests.
• [Core] Direct, coordinate, or advise personnel in test procedures for analyzing components or physical properties of materials.
• [Core] Induce changes in composition of substances by introducing heat, light, energy, or chemical catalysts for quantitative or qualitative analysis.
• [Core] Write technical papers or reports or prepare standards and specifications for processes, facilities, products, or tests.
• [Core] Prepare test solutions, compounds, or reagents for laboratory personnel to conduct tests.
• [Core] Maintain laboratory instruments to ensure proper working order and troubleshoot malfunctions when needed.
• [Core] Conduct quality control tests.
• [Core] Evaluate laboratory safety procedures to ensure compliance with standards or to make improvements as needed.
• [Core] Purchase laboratory supplies, such as chemicals, when supplies are low or near their expiration date.

Detailed work activities

• Analyze chemical compounds or substances.
• Analyze operational or research data.
• Analyze test or performance data to assess equipment operation.
• Collaborate on research activities with scientists or technical specialists.
• Develop new or advanced products or production methods.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions.
• Establish standards for products, processes, or procedures.
• Maintain laboratory or technical equipment.
• Manage scientific or technical project resources.
• Monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards.
• Prepare compounds or solutions for products or testing.
• Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
• Supervise scientific or technical personnel.
• Test quality of materials or finished products.