Applied research in the biological and agricultural industries has helped our country to become one of the world's largest producers of food and medicine. Much of this research takes place in scientific laboratories staffed by biological, agricultural, and food technicians. 

Biological, agricultural, and food technologists put up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments, supervise experiments, conduct observations, and calculate and record results. Some production workers supervise manufacturing processes and may be involved in quality control. 

Biological technologists assist scientists in their research of live creatures. They could help scientists who are conducting medical research or studying biological creatures or infectious pathogens. Animal researchers, producers, and processors collaborate with agricultural and food technicians. Some perform tests and studies to improve crop productivity and quality, or to raise plant and animal resilience to disease, insects, or other risks. 

Applicants with at least two years of specialised training or an associate degree in applied science are preferred by the majority of businesses. Many science technicians, however, have a bachelor's degree in chemistry or biology. Technicians typically begin their careers as trainees, working directly under the direction of a scientist or a more experienced technician. Ensuring the safety of our medicines and the abundance of our food supply may be a very gratifying career.