Food science technicians help agricultural and food scientists with testing and research related to plants, animals, fibers, and food and beverage products.
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- Food Science Technicians
Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
What do they typically do
- Follow protocols to collect, prepare, and properly store food or food-related samples
- Test food, food additives, and food containers to ensure that they comply with established safety standards
- Help food scientists with food research, development, and quality control
- Analyze chemical properties of food to determine ingredients and formulas
- Compile and analyze test results
- Prepare charts, presentations, and reports describing test results
- Prepare and maintain quantities of chemicals needed to perform laboratory tests
- Maintain a safe, sterile laboratory environment
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