Lab Technician Jobs in Edina, MN

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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Quality Control Technician - Rosemount, MN-508147

  • Rosemount, MN (16 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Rosemount, MN (16 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 22 hours ago

OMG Midwest, Inc. Quality Control Technician - Rosemount, MN-508147 in Rosemount , Minnesota Job ID: 508147Minnesota Paving and Materials, a CRH company has grown from four small, family local...

Medical Laboratory Technician II

  • Minneapolis, MN (5 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (5 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 22 hours ago

Medical Laboratory Technician II - Coon Rapids, MN - Monday-Friday (Rotational Weekends) 8:00AM-5:00PM Plus Urgent Care Rotating Close 8:30pm Perform routine and non-routine lab tests requiring...

Chemical Technician Experienced (Fertilizer applicator)

  • Rogers, MN (21 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Rogers, MN (21 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 23 hours ago

un Chemical Technician Experienced (Fertilizer applicator) Creative Lawn and Landscapes, Inc. compensation: $20-$35/hour DOQ employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Chemical...

Laboratory Technician

  • Maplewood, MN (15 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Maplewood, MN (15 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: Laboratory Technician Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so...

Medical Lab Tech - Rapid Response Lab - 36 hours - Night Shift

  • Saint Paul, MN (11 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (11 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 1 day ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Night Shift Description: Mercy Medical Center Springfield, MA $8,000 Sign-on Bonus You would be responsible for providing highly skilled analysis of blood,...

Quality Control Technician II

  • Minnetonka, MN (6 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Minnetonka, MN (6 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 2 days ago

6-month initial contract The Quality Control Technician II will provide an independent review of materials and documentation, supplied by both internal manufacturing and external suppliers, to...

Quality Control Technician

  • Minnetonka, MN (6 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Minnetonka, MN (6 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 2 days ago

Quality Control Technician Pay Rate : $20-$24/hour (on W2) Duration : 6-month contract Location : Minnesota, MN POSITION OVERVIEW : We are seeking a Quality Control Technician to join our team in...

Quality Control Technician II - Minnetonka, MN

  • Minnetonka, MN (6 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Minnetonka, MN (6 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 2 days ago

Location: Minnetonka, MN (onsite) Schedule: Standard Office Hours (9:00am - 5:30pm) Duration: 6-Month Contract Pay Rate Range: $28.00 - $33.00/hr The Quality Control Technician II is responsible...

Microbiology Laboratory Technician

  • Plymouth, MN (8 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Plymouth, MN (8 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 6 days ago

chemistry skills including measuring, mixing, pipetting, and weighing chemicals, as well as interpreting lab results. will work with liquids, solutions, and reagents....

Quality Control Technician

  • Rosemount, MN (16 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Rosemount, MN (16 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 6 days ago

Job ID: 508147 Minnesota Paving and Materials, a CRH company has grown from four small, family local companies, to one, strong and leveraged leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed...

Quality Control Technician I

  • Minneapolis, MN (5 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (5 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 7 days ago

ABOUT THE ROLE Performs quality control tests for the specific product line in accordance with established local or national standards. This position will be required to conduct quality control...

QC Lab Technician

  • Chanhassen, MN (12 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chanhassen, MN (12 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 8 days ago

QC Lab Technician Job Description As a QC Lab Technician, you will perform various QC laboratory tests on incoming raw materials using FTIR, sensory, and wet chemistry techniques per United States Pharmacopeia...

Medical Lab Technician I

  • Minneapolis, MN (5 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (5 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 8 days ago

About Children’s Minnesota Children’s Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children,...

Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Vadnais Heights, MN (19 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Vadnais Heights, MN (19 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 10 days ago

Responsibilities Job Description Fairview is looking for a Full Time Medical Laboratory Technician for the Northeast Clinic Laboratories (1.0 FTE or 80 hours/2 week pay period). Primary site is M...

Microbiology Laboratory Technician

  • Plymouth, MN (8 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Plymouth, MN (8 miles from Edina, MN)
  • 15 days ago

chemistry skills including measuring, mixing, pipetting, and weighing chemicals, as well as interpreting lab results. will work with liquids, solutions, and reagents....

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Edina, MN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Edina, MN offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
62.3%
Master's Degree
21.7%
Doctorate Degree
9.0%
Associate's Degree
3.0%
High School or GED
2.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.3%
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 Edina, MN
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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