Prepare solutions by weighing ingredients and dissolving and diluting substances Analyze organic and inorganic compounds to determine their composition Conduct qualitative and quantitative experiments taking into account the volume and structure of ingredients Customize formulas and use different reagents to test chemical reactions Write technical reports of the test results Develop nonstandard tests for chemical products Maintain lab equipment and troubleshoot or report on malfunctions Refine chemical products to improve their quality Ensure compliance with laboratory health and safety guidelines Sterilize equipment and store materials in secure places