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Minor group 314
PSOC Minor group 314 — Life science technicians and related associate professionals (2026)
Life science technicians and related associate professionals perform a variety of technical tasks to support life science professionals with their research, development, management, conservation and protection work, in areas such as biology, botany, zoology, biotechnology and biochemistry, and to agriculture, fisheries and forestry. Tasks performed usually include: conducting tests, experiments, laboratory analyzes, field research and surveys to collect information using accepted scientific methods; keeping records; assisting in analyzing data and preparing reports; operating and maintaining equipment.
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Life science technicians and related associate professionals perform a variety of technical tasks to support life science professionals with their research, development, management, conservation and protection work, in areas such as biology, botany, zoology, biotechnology and biochemistry, and to agriculture, fisheries and forestry. Tasks performed usually include: conducting tests, experiments, laboratory analyzes, field research and surveys to collect information using accepted scientific methods; keeping records; assisting in analyzing data and preparing reports; operating and maintaining equipment.
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Use this minor group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Science and engineering associate professionals.
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Compare the nearby children: Life science technicians (excluding medical), Agricutural technicians, Forestry technicians.
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What does PSOC 314 cover?
Life science technicians and related associate professionals perform a variety of technical tasks to support life science professionals with their research, development, management, conservation and protection work, in areas such as biology, botany, zoology, biotechnology and biochemistry, and to agriculture, fisheries and forestry. Tasks performed usually include: conducting tests, experiments, laboratory analyzes, field research and surveys to collect information using accepted scientific methods; keeping records; assisting in analyzing data and preparing reports; operating and maintaining equipment.
Where is PSOC 314 used in practice?
Use this minor group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Science and engineering associate professionals.
How do I choose PSOC 314 over nearby options?
Compare the nearby children: Life science technicians (excluding medical), Agricutural technicians, Forestry technicians.