Lab Technician Jobs in New Jersey

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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Lab Technician II

  • Eatontown, NJ
  • 2 hours ago
  • Eatontown, NJ
  • 2 hours ago

A Day in the Life Medtronic Eatontown, New Jersey, is looking for a Lab Technician II....

Quality Control Technician

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 15 hours ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 15 hours ago

Line of Business: Aggregates About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...

QC Lab Technician

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 17 hours ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 17 hours ago

Seeking a Quality Control Technician responsible for ensuring product consistency through wet chemistry testing, GC, and GC/MS analysis of raw materials and finished products....

QC Lab Technician

  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 17 hours ago
  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 17 hours ago

Title: QC Lab Technician Location: Fords, NJ Schedule: Rotating (Morning - 6 am to 6 pm, Evening - 2 pm to 10 pm and Night - 10 pm to 6 am) Type: Contract Responsibilities: Wet chemistry and instrumental...

Medical Laboratory Technician - Outside of the Trenton, NJ Area

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 17 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 17 hours ago

Melissa Owens| President P: ... |E: ... Schedule a Meeting: Job Description Job Title: MT or MLT - Permanent Location: Outside of the Trenton, NJ Area Shift: Evening Shift - 3 pm to 11:30 pm, M-F,...

Job Details Start Date 04/07/2025 Shift Nights Duration 13 weeks Specialty MLT - CLS, Travel Allied City Newton State NJ Experience 1 Years Estimated Pay $1,564.00 - $1,814.00 weekly Job...

Chemistry Lab Assistant

  • Bridgewater, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Laboratory Assistant Job Description We are looking for a dedicated Laboratory Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in a medical or laboratory setting and be...

Chemistry Lab Assistant

  • Somerville, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Somerville, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Laboratory Assistant Job Description We are looking for a dedicated Laboratory Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in a medical or laboratory setting and be...

Chemistry Lab Assistant

  • Raritan, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Raritan, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Laboratory Assistant Job Description We are looking for a dedicated Laboratory Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in a medical or laboratory setting and be...

Medical Lab Technician- Chemistry

  • Camden, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Camden, NJ
  • 1 day ago

About Us At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical...

Med Lab Tech - (FT/Evening/ Core/Blood Bank/Sign on Bonus of up to 10K

  • Plainsboro, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Plainsboro, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Med Lab Tech - (FT/Evening/ Core/Blood Bank/Sign on Bonus of up to 10K!!! Job ID: 238504 Category: Medical Laboratory/Pathology Work Type: FT Location: Plainsboro, NJ, United States Work Schedule:...

Quality Control Technician

  • Newport, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Newport, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Line of Business: Aggregates About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...

Quality Control Technician

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Description: As a Quality Control Technician, you will ensure that products are of consistent quality by performing wet chemistry testing, and GC, GC/MS analysis of Raw Materials and Finished Products...

Laboratory Technician

  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Lab technician responsible to evaluate physical changes....

Chemistry Lab Technician

  • Flemington, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Flemington, NJ
  • 4 days ago

+ **Skills:**+ Understanding of analytical chemistry principles.+ Familiarity with lab safety protocols and hazardous chemical handling.+ Strong organizational and communication skills.+ Proficiency...

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in New Jersey

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in New Jersey 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 New Jersey
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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