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Doping control officer

Intelligence analysts working in the anti-doping field conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses in order to detect the presence of substances whose use is banned in sports. They are involved in the whole of the analysis process, from the preparation of urine samples and the implementation of instrumental analysis, to the evaluation of results. They normally work in laboratories which are exclusively dedicated to this sort of control and are required to meet strict and highly regulated quality standards.

• Prepare the urine sample for its analysis.
• Prepare the control samples and calibration samples, which shall serve as a reference for the assessment of the results.
• Prepare the reagents necessary to determine the substances being analysed.
• Conduct the instrumental analysis of the urine sample using automated immunological and chromatographic techniques.
• Carry out the maintenance and calibration of the diagnostic equipment used (mostly gas chromatography and liquid chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry).
• Carry out work following quality standards, such as ISO 17025 and the Good Laboratory Practices.
• Work with computerised systems for sample management.
• May also be responsible, with the respective supervision, for developing new analytical procedures and updating existing procedures.

Regulated training and graduates

• Professionalism Certificate: Microbiological and biotechnological tests (Level 3)
• Professionalism Certificate: Chemical Analysis (Level 3)
• Professional Training Course(s) in the field of Chemistry - Intermediate Level: Laboratory Activities
• Professional Training Course(s) in the field of Chemical Professional Families - Advanced Level: Laboratory for analysis and quality control
• Professional Training Course(s) in the field of Health - Advanced Level: Clinical and biomedical laboratory

Other specific skills

Analytical thought: Level 2

Orientation within reach: Level 2

Concern for order and quality: Level 2

Flexibility and change management: Level 1

Scientific research

Individuals who have an affinity for the field of scientific research focus their interest on activities that study different types of organisms and substances in order to obtain valuable products for human beings. A key part of performing this task is the planning and verification of scientific hypotheses through the use of different research designs and techniques. The objective of these searches is the development of new medicines and medical techniques, technological innovation based on the manipulation of cells, molecules and biological agents, as well as the study of cultures in order to improve the characteristics and properties of plants and food.

Mechanical handling

People related to the field of mechanical handling are interested in the assembly, maintenance, repair and use of machines, tools and installations. Some good examples of professional activities in the field of mechanical handling are adjusting and configuring machines, reviewing technical equipment to detect incidents in their operation, handling machinery in production processes and driving specialised vehicles.

Healthcare

Working to maintain and improve health, as well as physical and mental well-being, is the primary interest of people who are involved in the field of healthcare. Some of the activities in this field include making diagnoses, prescribing treatments and monitoring illnesses and injuries. These activities also include the application of therapeutic treatments (traditional or alternative) with a view to facilitating the physical recovery of those being treated. To carry out these activities, one must have in-depth knowledge of the human body and medicine, in its various specialisations.

Chemical Laboratory Technician

Laboratory maintenance technician.

Pharmaceutical laboratory technician

Specialist in catalysis and catalytic processes

Tècnic/a d'assajos in vivo

• Work hours

  Normally full-time. It may be possible to work a combination of different shifts.

• Salary

  Can vary significantly, depending on responsibilities, training and the centre in question. Ranges from roughly 16.189 to 24.015 euros a year. Median: 19.718 euros annum gross.
  
  Source: Report "Observatory of Jobs and Salaries of the Labour Market. Barcelona Activa", elaborated by ICSA Grupo. April 2015.