Lab Technician Jobs in Reno, NV

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 -Plant Operations

  • Sparks, NV (3 miles from Reno, NV)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sparks, NV (3 miles from Reno, NV)
  • 3 days ago

Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do... Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our...

Quality Control Technician

  • Reno, NV
  • 10 days ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 10 days ago

Company Overview Hamilton Company is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of manual, semi-automated and robotic products for precision fluid measuring. We specialize in the...

Surgical Laboratory Technician I

  • Reno, NV
  • 45+ days ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 45+ days ago

For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant...

Administrative Laboratory Technician - Sparks, NV

  • Sparks, NV (3 miles from Reno, NV)
  • 25 days ago
  • Sparks, NV (3 miles from Reno, NV)
  • 25 days ago

City: Sparks State: Nevada Administrative Lab Technician Sparks, NV SUMMARY: Time split between being an Administrative Assistance and a Laboratory Technician....

Lab Technician, Energy

  • Sparks, NV (3 miles from Reno, NV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sparks, NV (3 miles from Reno, NV)
  • 30+ days ago

Tesla is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join our dynamic team, focusing on the testing and analysis of materials and chemicals used in our products. This...

Metallurgical Laboratory Technician (Experienced/Senior)

  • Reno, NV
  • 30+ days ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 30+ days ago

Conduct laboratory wet chemistry methods including solution preparation/dilution, reagent preparation, solution filtration, and colorimetric and potentiometric titrations, etc....

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Reno, NV

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Reno, NV 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 Reno, NV
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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