Lab Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Part Time - Chemistry - Lab Assistant

  • Abington, PA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Abington, PA
  • 1 hour ago

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply...

Part Time - Chemistry - Lab Assistant

  • State College, PA
  • 2 hours ago
  • State College, PA
  • 2 hours ago

Part Time - Chemistry - Lab Assistant Pennsylvania State University, United States about 3 hours ago Location: State College, PENNSYLVANIA Job Type: PartTime APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN...

Laboratory Technician III

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 hours ago

Overview Performs any basic to complex Cell Potency and Analytical assay(s) according to and in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Code...

Part Time - Chemistry - Lab Assistant

  • University Park, PA
  • 5 hours ago
  • University Park, PA
  • 5 hours ago

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply...

Medical Laboratory Technician - Full Time - Evenings - AGH Chemistry Lab

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago

Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description : $5,000 sign on bonus available GENERAL OVERVIEW: Performs routine and highly complex laboratory analyses on clinical specimens in various...

Quality Control Technician I

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago

About Eos Energy Enterprises Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. is accelerating the shift to American energy independence with positively ingenious solutions that transform how the world stores power....

Quality Control Technician

  • Ephrata, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Ephrata, PA
  • 1 day ago

Astro Machine Works is a growing 100% Employee Owned Company located in Ephrata, PA. Founded in 1984, we are a comprehensive machining and fabrication facility specializing in custom machine...

Chemistry Lab Tech I

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago

performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), thin layer chromatography (TLC), or gas chromatography (GC) methods....

Laboratory Technician

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago

Job Title: Lab Technician Job #: 2025-13659 Industry: Manufacturing (Chemicals/Coatings) Location: Philadelphia, PA Salary: $24 to $30 Hourly (Depends Upon Experience) Education: High School Diploma...

Quality Control Technician

  • Stroudsburg, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Stroudsburg, PA
  • 2 days ago

Job Title: Quality Control Technician Job Description This role involves performing quality inspections on finished goods, conducting audits, using a Quality Management System (QMS) and various...

RNA Lab Technician

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago

Job Title: RNA Lab Technician Location: Onsite/Pittsburgh, PA 15207 Type: 12-month contract to hire Start date: June Overview: Join a rapidly growing biotech company behind Biofoundry-in-a-box a novel...

Laboratory Technician II

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 3 days ago

Overview The Lab Tech II performs basic and next-level Analytical assays according to and in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Code of...

USA-Quality Control Technician I

  • Swiftwater, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Swiftwater, PA
  • 3 days ago

Title: Quality Control Technician I Location: Swiftwater, PA Duration: 12 Months Pay rate: $23/hr Job Description: This position supports the execution of routine testing in the Quality Control...

Quality Control Technician

  • Exton, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Exton, PA
  • 4 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Job Title: Quality Control Technician Department: Quality Summary: We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Quality Control Technician to join our growing...

Laboratory Technician

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 4 days ago

The Hammond lab in the Department of Cell Biology is searching for a new graduate research assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to get to grips with some of our cutting-edge techniques and...

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
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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