Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bench-scientist

Noun

/bɛnʧ ˈsaɪənɪst/

Definition

A bench-scientist is a laboratory researcher who conducts experiments and analyzes data directly in the lab, as opposed to managing research teams or projects.

Examples

The bench-scientist conducted a series of experiments to test the new drug’s efficacy.
Bench-scientists play a critical role in developing new technologies and scientific breakthroughs.
As a bench-scientist, she spent most of her time in the lab, hands-on with her research.

Meaning

The term refers to scientists who work at a laboratory bench, engaging in practical work such as testing hypotheses, running experiments, and analyzing results to advance scientific knowledge.