Chemical Technician Jobs in Tennessee

A Chemical Technician, in the chemistry industry, is an essential professional responsible for performing experiments, running laboratory tests, maintaining lab equipment, and compiling results for data analysis. They use techniques such as analytical, physical, inorganic, and organic chemistry to conduct these tests. These professionals also assist chemists and chemical engineers in research, development, and production. They have a host of duties including preparing chemical solutions, testing product durability, and documenting their findings for future reference. In the production process, they also monitor product quality to ensure compliance with standards and regulations.

To be a successful Chemical Technician, one must have a strong background in chemistry and other sciences, good analytical skills, and attention to detail. Important certifications include a degree in Chemical Technology or a related field and an optional certification from the American Chemical Society (ACS). The ACS certification provides a standard of excellence recognized by many employers. Potential job roles a person may have before becoming a Chemical Technician include Laboratory Assistant, Quality Control Analyst, or Research Assistant. These roles provide valuable experience in conducting experiments, handling lab equipment, and dealing with chemical substances.

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Radiobioassay Lab Technician

  • Oak Ridge, TN
  • 14 hours ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN
  • 14 hours ago

Requisition Id 14825 Overview: The Nuclear and Radiological Protection Division (NRPD) at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a Radiobioassay Laboratory Technician within the Nuclear...

Laboratory Technician Apprentice

  • Sparta, TN
  • 23 hours ago
  • Sparta, TN
  • 23 hours ago

Laboratory Technician Apprentice LOCATION COMPANY JOB FIELD JOB TYPE JOB ID Now hiring! Laboratory Technician Apprentice Sparta, TN Starting pay: $20/hr Earn a paycheck while you learn a new...

Lab Tech I VMT Third Shift

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 1 day ago

RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Independently performs, interprets and troubleshoots laboratory procedures related to unit and/or donor suitability testing and other assays as required. Develops proficiency...

Quality Control Technician (TN)

  • Cookeville, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Cookeville, TN
  • 3 days ago

Immediate Quality Control Associate Opportunity QC - Swings (1 pm to 9:30pm) Salary Compensation: $18.50 ($17 base pay +$1.50 shift differential) $500 Sign on Bonus* Job Summary: The Quality...

Medical Lab Technician - Part time

  • Sparta, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Sparta, TN
  • 8 days ago

Are you an experienced Clinical Lab Professional? Are you looking to looking to embark on a new challenge in your career, or start your career in Clinical Lab Science? If so, LabCorp wants to...

Quality Control Technician

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 8 days ago

Quality Control Technician Gpac is partnered with a global leader in agricultural processing operations. As a Quality Control Technician, you'll ensure product quality and safety by inspecting...

Microbiology Medical Laboratory Technician - PRN

  • Nashville, TN
  • 10 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 10 days ago

Are you an experienced Clinical Lab Professional? Are you looking to looking to embark on a new challenge in your career, or start your career in Clinical Lab Science? If so, LabCorp wants to...

Lab Technician

  • Dyersburg, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Dyersburg, TN
  • 11 days ago

LAB TECHNICIAN Location US-TN-Dyersburg ID 2025-1401 Category Operations Position Type Full-Time Remote No Location US-Tennessee-Dyersburg Overview To determine mixed compound acceptance based on...

Clinical Laboratory Technician - PRN

  • Sparta, TN
  • 14 days ago
  • Sparta, TN
  • 14 days ago

Are you an experienced Clinical Lab Professional? Are you looking to looking to embark on a new challenge in your career, or start your career in Clinical Lab Science? If so, LabCorp wants to...

Clinical Laboratory Technician

  • Nashville, TN
  • 14 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 14 days ago

Are you an experienced Clinical Lab Professional? Are you looking to looking to embark on a new challenge in your career, or start your career in Clinical Lab Science? If so, LabCorp wants to...

Medical Lab Technician - PRN

  • McMinnville, TN
  • 14 days ago
  • McMinnville, TN
  • 14 days ago

Are you an experienced Clinical Lab Professional? Are you looking to looking to embark on a new challenge in your career, or start your career in Clinical Lab Science? If so, LabCorp wants to...

Quality Control Technician- Knoxville, TN

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 14 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 14 days ago

Rogers Group, Inc., headquartered in Nashville, is a privately held aggregates and asphalt highway construction company operating in 12 states with over 3,000 employees. RGI, established in 1908,...

Medical Technologist/Medical Lab Technician

  • Cleveland, TN
  • 17 days ago
  • Cleveland, TN
  • 17 days ago

Job IDSpecialtyGeographic LocationCityStateRecruiter 2542619Medical Technologist - GeneralClevelandTNConnections Healthcare Staffing Company Name: Connections Healthcare Staffing Recruiter Name:...

Quality Control Technician

  • Kingsport, TN
  • 18 days ago
  • Kingsport, TN
  • 18 days ago

Overview Looking for an opportunity to make a difference? Then you may have found your next career move. We’re looking for a Technician Quality Control to join our team and help connect America....

Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Memphis, TN
  • 18 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 18 days ago

Medical Laboratory Technician Job ID: 30616 Job Category: Laboratory & Pathology Work Schedule: Days Facility: BMH Memphis Hospital Location: Memphis, TN Overview Job Summary Utilizes laboratory...

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Salary for Chemical Technician Jobs in Tennessee

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Chemical Technicians in Tennessee offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
62.3%
Master's Degree
21.8%
Doctorate Degree
9.1%
Associate's Degree
3.0%
High School or GED
2.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.2%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Chemical Technicians in Tennessee
Less than 1 year
35.9%
1-2 years
33.8%
2-4 years
16.7%
None
11.7%
4-6 years
1.8%


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