Lab Technician Jobs in Columbus, OH

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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Travel Clinical Laboratory Tech (Medical Lab Technician)

  • Grove City, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Grove City, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 14 hours ago

Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel - Lab Tech - Clinical Laboratory Shift: Variable E/N, 10p-6:30a, 2p-11:30p, 8x5, 40hrs per week, EOW, EOH Length: 13 weeks Requirements: 1 Year Experience...

Laboratory Technician

  • Delaware, OH (13 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Delaware, OH (13 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 22 hours ago

Innova Solutions has a client who is immediately hiring for a Laboratory Technician. Position type: Fulltime/Contract Location : Delaware OH Duration : 06 Months (possibility of Temp to Perm) As a...

Travel Clinical Laboratory Tech (Medical Lab Technician) Grove City, Ohio 943782

  • Grove City, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Grove City, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Start Date 03/31/2025 Shift Variable Duration 13 weeks Specialty MLT - CLS, Travel Allied City Grove City State OH Experience 1 Years Estimated Pay $1,447.00 - $1,697.00 weekly Job...

Chemistry Technician Trainee

  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary We are currently seeking a Lab Technician Trainee for our Chemistry Technical Center Laboratory. This is an on-site position located in Columbus, Ohio....

Entry Level Chemical Lab Technician

  • Grove City, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Grove City, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 1 day ago

We are immediately hiring for an Entry-Level Lab Technician in the Columbus area! This role will primarily be performing testing on small metals and similar materials....

Entry Level Chemical Lab Technician

  • Dublin, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dublin, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 3 days ago

Chemical Lab Technician INTERESTED CANDIDATES CAN SEND UPDATED RESUMES TO MAMCDONOUGH @ACTALENTSERVICES.COM OR TEXT MARISA AT 330. 397. 1302 TO SET UP A PHONE INTERVIEW!...

Entry Level Environmental Lab Technician

  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago

Environmental Lab Technician INTERESTED CANDIDATES MAY SEND UPDATED RESUME TO: MAMCDONOUGH @ ACTALENTSERVICES.COM OR TEXT MARISA TO SETUP A PHONE INTERVIEW: 330. 397. 1302 Job Description This person...

Entry Level Lab Technician

  • Grove City, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Grove City, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 3 days ago

We are immediately hiring for an Entry-Level Lab Technician in the Columbus area! This role will primarily be performing testing on small metals and similar materials....

Chemical Lab Technician

  • Grove City, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Grove City, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 3 days ago

We are immediately hiring for an Entry-Level Lab Technician in the Columbus area! This role will primarily be performing testing on small metals and similar materials....

URGENTLY HIRING: Lab Technician

  • Dublin, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dublin, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Lab Technician to join our team....

Chemical Lab Tech - Chemical Lab Tech Sr.

  • Columbus, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 4 days ago

American Electric Power Chemical Lab Tech - Chemical Lab Tech Sr. in Groveport , Ohio Job Posting End Date 03-17-2025 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date...

Environmental Lab Technician

  • Columbus, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 6 days ago

Environmental Lab Technician Job Description This person will perform a full range of tasks related to laboratory testing, analysis, and equipment calibration....

Chemical Lab Technician

  • Dublin, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 6 days ago
  • Dublin, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 6 days ago

Chemical Lab Technician Job Description We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Lab Technician to join our team....

Lab Technician

  • Dublin, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Dublin, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 7 days ago

Lab Technician Job Description We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Lab Technician to join our team....

Laboratory Technician

  • Delaware, OH (13 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Delaware, OH (13 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 7 days ago

Must also have one (1) year of laboratory experience with each of the following: (i) testing equipment (ii) testing methods, including titration, gas chromatograph (GC), and fourier-transform infrared...

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Columbus, OH

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Columbus, OH 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 Columbus, OH
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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