laboratorietester

Laboratorietester is a professional who performs testing and measurements in a laboratory setting to evaluate properties, quality, or safety of substances, materials, or products. The term is used in Dutch and related Scandinavian contexts and corresponds in English to laboratory tester or laboratory technician, depending on jurisdiction. Laboratorietesters work across industries such as pharmaceuticals, environmental testing, food and beverage, manufacturing, and academic research.

Responsibilities typically include planning and executing tests according to documented procedures, preparing and handling samples, operating and calibrating analytical instruments, and recording and organizing data. They apply appropriate statistical methods to interpret results, ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, and maintain equipment and facilities. Producing clear test reports and communicating findings to researchers, engineers, or quality teams is also common, along with troubleshooting method issues and supporting method development or validation activities.

Qualifications and skills often involve a relevant degree in chemistry, biology, materials science, engineering, or a related field, with training in laboratory safety, good laboratory practice, and quality management systems. Proficiency with analytical instruments (such as spectrometers, chromatographs, pH meters, microscopes), data analysis software, and basic statistics is typical. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and accurate documentation are essential abilities.

Laboratorietesters may work in regulated environments that follow standards such as ISO 17025, GMP, or GLP. Career paths can lead to senior laboratory roles, quality assurance positions, or process development specialist roles, with opportunities to specialize in analytics, microbiology, or environmental testing.