Lab Technician Jobs in Nebraska

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 I

  • Dix, NE
  • 12 days ago
  • Dix, NE
  • 12 days ago

We Build with Passion- Clean Harbors Kimball, NE NEW Incineration unit is seeking an Entry-level Lab Technician that is responsible for the analysis of samples to determine their chemical and physical...

Lab Technician- Microbiology/ Food Science

  • Omaha, NE
  • 45+ days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 45+ days ago

Certified Group is committed to delivering expert solutions and quality testing our customers can feel confident in – on time, every time – so the world can trust in what it consumes. As a leading...

Manufacturing Laboratory Technician - mAbs 1st shift

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 2 hours ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 2 hours ago

Summary The desired candidate will perform tasks in a GMP laboratory setting involving upstream processes (large scale bioreactors, centrifugation, and filtration) along with downstream processes (chromatography...

Medical Technologist / Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Lexington, NE
  • 14 hours ago
  • Lexington, NE
  • 14 hours ago

Medical Technologist / Medical Laboratory Technician - Fulltime Our laboratory is vital in patient care, delivering accurate and timely diagnostic results that guide treatment decisions. As an MT...

Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Schuyler, NE
  • 1 day ago
  • Schuyler, NE
  • 1 day ago

Overview CHI Health Schuyler opened its doors on October 11 1953 serving the communities of Schuyler Clarkson Howells Leigh and the residents of rural Colfax County in Nebraska. In addition to its...

Let us take care of you with benefits that include health plans for your whole family, dental/vision ins., Employee pharmacy with LOW Cost pharmaceutical benefits, HSA/FSA, matching retirement...

Manufacturing Laboratory Technician

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 6 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 6 days ago

Summary The desired candidate will perform tasks in a GMP laboratory setting involving upstream processes (large scale bioreactors, centrifugation, and filtration) along with downstream processes (chromatography...

The candidate will use mammalian cell culture techniques as well as purification techniques (centrifugation, chromatography, ultrafiltration, and nanofiltration) processes....

SUMMARY The Medical Laboratory Technician performs medical laboratory tests, procedures, experiments, and analyses to provide data for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease of patients...

Laboratory Technician I

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 8 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 8 days ago

Come Be Part of a Mission that Matters! This position involves performing a variety of laboratory tasks and experiments, supporting research and development activities, and maintaining laboratory...

Travel Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Scottsbluff, NE
  • 9 days ago
  • Scottsbluff, NE
  • 9 days ago

Embark on an exciting career as a Medical Laboratory Technician in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. This is a remarkable opportunity to make a difference in the field of medical laboratory technology while...

Laboratory Technician Virus Operations 1st shift 7:15am 3:45pm

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 12 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 12 days ago

Zoetis is the worlds largest Manufacturer and Supplier of Animal Pharmaceuticals. At Zoetis in Lincoln, NE, we manufacture high quality medicines for dogs, cats, and livestock. Our plant has been...

Laboratory Technician l (3rd-Shift)

  • North Platte, NE
  • 13 days ago
  • North Platte, NE
  • 13 days 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,...

Analytical Laboratory Technician University of Nebraska Lincoln

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 20 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 20 days ago

Requisition Number: S_250158 Department: Food Science & Technology-0836 Description of Work: The Food Allergy Research and Resource Program ( FARRP ) works to develop and provide the food industry...

Analytical Laboratory Technician

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 21 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 21 days ago

Working Title: Analytical Laboratory Technician Department: Food Science & Technology-0836 Requisition Number: S_250158 Posting Open Date: 02/19/2025 Application Review Date: (To ensure...

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Nebraska

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Nebraska 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 Nebraska
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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