Also means
lab analyst
Usage Note
Labortechniker carry out analytical and experimental work under the supervision of scientists or doctors. Broader than Medizinisch-technischer Assistent (MTA); can work in chemistry, food, environmental, or materials labs.
Examples
"Der Labortechniker analysierte die Wasserproben auf Schadstoffe."
Natural Translation
The laboratory technician analysed the water samples for pollutants.
Literal Translation
The laboratory-technician analysed the water-samples for pollutants.

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