Chemistry technician performs technical tasks, normally under the direction of a chemist, in connection with pure research into chemical phenomena or applied chemical research and development work. He/she assists with experiments, tests and analyses in the field of organic, inorganic, physical and analytical chemistry, for such purposes as investigating chemical phenomena, determining composition and properties of substances, discovering and developing new chemical products, new uses for existing products or new methods of production, or controlling industrial processes. He/she may maintain laboratory and other equipment.