Lab Technician Jobs in Missouri

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 Technician IV

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 3 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 3 hours ago

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable...

Laboratory Technician EAG Laboratories

  • Maryland Heights, MO
  • 8 hours ago
  • Maryland Heights, MO
  • 8 hours ago

Job Description Our laboratory in Maryland Heights, Missouri provides organic chemistry testing specializing in investigative analytical chemistry....

Laboratory Technician

  • Columbia, MO
  • 8 hours ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 8 hours ago

Job Description: Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries,...

Senior Sample Preparation Laboratory Technician

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 15 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 15 hours ago

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking an experienced lab tech for contract position with one of our partners in the St. Louis, MO area. If youre passionate about bringing the latest scientific...

Quality Control Laboratory Technician

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 2 days ago

The Opportunity: At Avantor, people are the most important part of our success because they drive our global performance. Thats why our Operations, Lab Services, Sales, and many other Avantor...

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary The ideal candidate will perform laboratory testing using various newly advanced clinical instruments and laboratory developed tests. Testing will support...

Chemical Analyst - Aerofil

  • Sullivan, MO
  • 5 days ago
  • Sullivan, MO
  • 5 days ago

Chemical Analyst - Aerofil kdc/one Aerofil, 225 Industrial Park Drive, Sullivan, Missouri, United States of America Req #3172 Friday, March 7, 2025 KDC is a network of best-in-class custom...

Clinical Laboratory Technician - Pathology & Immunology

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 6 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 6 days ago

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary The ideal candidate will perform laboratory testing using various newly advanced clinical instruments and laboratory developed tests. Testing will support...

Quality Control Technician - Night Shift

  • Joplin, MO
  • 7 days ago
  • Joplin, MO
  • 7 days ago

Quality Control Technician - Night Shift #29379 Location: Joplin, MO Company: Jasper Products Category: Quality and Food Safety Job Description Perform various quality assurance and quality...

Part Time Laboratory Technician: Afternoon shift

  • Columbia, MO
  • 8 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 8 days ago

Part Time Laboratory Technician: Afternoon shift 2.8 2.8 out of 5 stars Columbia, MO Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of...

Genetics Laboratory Technician

  • Columbia, MO
  • 12 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 12 days ago

As a Genetics Laboratory Technician at IDEXX BioAnalytics, you will be a key contributor to one of the largest veterinary diagnostic companies in the world. In this role, you will perform...

Senior Quality Control Technician

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 19 days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 19 days ago

Job Details Job Location : CMC QC - Columbia - Columbia, MO Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : Undisclosed Description Capital Materials is looking to fill a Senior Asphalt Quality Control...

Chemical Laboratory Technician

  • Springfield, MO
  • 20 days ago
  • Springfield, MO
  • 20 days ago

EnerSys is the global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than...

Chemical Laboratory Technician

  • Springfield, MO
  • 22 days ago
  • Springfield, MO
  • 22 days ago

EnerSys is the global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than...

Quality Control Technician

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 23 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 23 days ago

Quality Control Technician St Louis, Missouri Operations Pipeline Permanent Full-Time On-Site 4720 Job Description Overview Are you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation...

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Missouri

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Missouri 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 Missouri
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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