Lab Technician Jobs in San Francisco, CA

A Lab Technician in the chemistry industry primarily performs a variety of complex laboratory procedures and tests, ensuring precision and accuracy in their results. They handle chemicals, perform analyses, conduct experiments, and interpret data under the supervision of chemists or other scientists. Their responsibilities may also include documentation and reporting, equipment maintenance, laboratory safety protocols, quality control, and even research assistance. The technician's work contributes significantly to the development of new products, research findings, or quality assurance in various industries.

To effectively perform their duties, Lab Technicians must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and good manual dexterity. They should be proficient in laboratory information systems and standard laboratory equipment. Certifications such as the American Society for Clinical Pathology's Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) certification and hands-on experience in a laboratory setting are often required. Prior roles that could lead to a Lab Technician's position include Laboratory Assistant, Research Assistant, and Quality Control Analyst.

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Laboratory Associate

  • Emeryville, CA (7 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Emeryville, CA (7 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: Laboratory Technician Description: As a Laboratory & Operations Associate, you will be responsible for performing a wide variety of lab operation procedures and analysis of...

Laboratory Technician

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago

We're hiring a part-time lab technician to manage cell culture, perform transfections, and prepare cells for imaging. The role is 5-10 h/wk at our lab in MBC BioLabs, Mission Bay....

Clinical Laboratory Associate I, Tuesday-Saturday, 1st Shift (7:00am-3:30pm)

  • Redwood City, CA (23 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (23 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Company Description Guardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on guarding wellness and giving every person more time free from cancer. Founded in 2012, Guardant is...

Laboratory Technician

  • Hercules, CA (18 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hercules, CA (18 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 4 days ago

PCR QC Specialist I Industry: Biotechnology/Life Sciences Category: Quality Control/Laboratory Operations Type: 6-Month Assignment (High Potential Extension or Conversion) Pay Rate: $33.00 -...

Quality Control Technician (Medical Devices)

  • Hayward, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 4 days ago

The Quality Control Technician will perform a variety of inspection and quality tasks in support of manufacturing operations and new product development activities. You will perform daily...

Clinical Laboratory Associate II (3rd Shift, Wednesday-Saturday, 4x10 Hour Days, 9:00pm - 7:30am)

  • Redwood City, CA (23 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (23 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Company Description Guardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on guarding wellness and giving every person more time free from cancer. Founded in 2012, Guardant is...

Clinical Laboratory Associate II (1st Shift, Sunday-Tuesday, Thursday, 4x10 Hour Days, 5:00am - 3:30pm)

  • Redwood City, CA (23 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (23 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Company Description Guardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on guarding wellness and giving every person more time free from cancer. Founded in 2012, Guardant is...

LAB Technician

  • Richmond, CA (12 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Richmond, CA (12 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 9 days ago

GLS is responsible for crude oil and petroleum product characterization and process problem solving using analytical chemistry....

Analytical Lab Technician

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 12 days ago

About the Role Charm Industrial is seeking a Chemistry Lab Technician to support bio-oil production and analytical testing....

Laboratory Technician

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 13 days ago

a scientific field, such as biology, chemistry, or physics Laboratory experience in a research or industrial setting Proficiency in laboratory techniques, such as pipetting, spectrophotometry, and chromatography...

Quality Control Technician

  • Oakland, CA (11 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (11 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Hiring for Quality Control Technician Job Description Perform testing and analysis on all production lines to ensure products meet specifications, company policies, and regulatory standards....

Hospital Laboratory Technician University of California San Francisco

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 29 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 29 days ago

Provide services to both inpatient and outpatient clients as assigned. Collects specimens according to protocol, prepares specimens for the laboratory, maintains accurate records of drawn...

Hospital Laboratory Technician

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Provide services to both inpatient and outpatient clients as assigned. Collects specimens according to protocol, prepares specimens for the laboratory, maintains accurate records of drawn...

Part-time Laboratory Technician

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 30+ days ago

The UCSF Gaensler lab is hiring 2 Hospital Lab Technician at 5% that will perform repetitive technical product processing support and related duties in the BMT Lab section of the Clinical Laboratories...

Construction Materials Laboratory Technician

  • Hayward, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hayward, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Take Your Construction Career to the Next Level! Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Construction Services team is...

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in San Francisco, CA 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 Lab Technicians in San Francisco, CA
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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