Conduct chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials for research and development of new products or processes, quality control, maintenance of environmental standards, and other work involving experimental, theoretical, or practical application of chemistry and related sciences. 

Employment Outlook	Growth Rate 1.9% Openings Per Year 45
Wages	Entry Level $27,911 per year Average $42,460 per year
Education Needed	Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
Education Available in Washington	Chemical Technology/Technician
Related Occupations	Agricultural and Food Science Technicians Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders Chemists Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health Pest Control Workers Soil and Plant Scientists