Chemical Technician Jobs in Los Altos Hills, CA

A Chemical Technician, in the chemistry industry, is an essential professional responsible for performing experiments, running laboratory tests, maintaining lab equipment, and compiling results for data analysis. They use techniques such as analytical, physical, inorganic, and organic chemistry to conduct these tests. These professionals also assist chemists and chemical engineers in research, development, and production. They have a host of duties including preparing chemical solutions, testing product durability, and documenting their findings for future reference. In the production process, they also monitor product quality to ensure compliance with standards and regulations.

To be a successful Chemical Technician, one must have a strong background in chemistry and other sciences, good analytical skills, and attention to detail. Important certifications include a degree in Chemical Technology or a related field and an optional certification from the American Chemical Society (ACS). The ACS certification provides a standard of excellence recognized by many employers. Potential job roles a person may have before becoming a Chemical Technician include Laboratory Assistant, Quality Control Analyst, or Research Assistant. These roles provide valuable experience in conducting experiments, handling lab equipment, and dealing with chemical substances.

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Incoming Quality Control Technician

  • Santa Cruz, CA (20 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA (20 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 3 days ago

3 years experience in an IQC role within the medical device industry. Experience working in a cleanroom manufacturing environment.

Clinical Laboratory Associate I (3rd Shift, Saturday-Tuesday, 4x10 Hour Days, 9:00pm-7:30am)

  • Redwood City, CA (8 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (8 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Company Description Guardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on guarding wellness and giving every person more time free from cancer. Founded in 2012, Guardant is...

Lab Technician (ICP)

  • Milpitas, CA (18 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Milpitas, CA (18 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Job Summary: The Lab Technician is responsible for analytical testing on critical parts using ICP-MS and LPC, collaborate with a team to meet customer delivery schedules, work in a cleanroom...

Senior Clinical Laboratory Associate (2nd Shift, Monday - Friday, 2:00pm-10:30pm, Onsite)

  • Redwood City, CA (8 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (8 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Company Description Guardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on guarding wellness and giving every person more time free from cancer. Founded in 2012, Guardant is...

Engineering Lab Technician

  • Cupertino, CA (5 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Cupertino, CA (5 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Engineering Lab Technician In Scope Lab Organization and Services: Receives, sorts, and catalogues samples for incoming requests. Arranges sample hand-offs and returns with third party lab...

Chemical technician

  • Hayward, CA (21 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (21 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Contract ChemTech****PM 2:30 - 11:00 PM Monday - Friday $20+10% +OT +Benefits +***...* (ASAP)**Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required** to avoid exposure and protect the individual. The...

Laboratory Technician, Chemistry

  • Los Altos Hills, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • Los Altos Hills, CA
  • 16 days ago

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Successful completion of courses and associated laboratory sessions in: general chemistry (1 year), organic chemistry (1 year), and one of the following: analytical chemistry...

Laboratory Technician, Chemistry Foothill-De Anza Community College District

  • Los Altos Hills, CA
  • 17 days ago
  • Los Altos Hills, CA
  • 17 days ago

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Successful completion of courses and associated laboratory sessions in: general chemistry (1 year), organic chemistry (1 year), and one of the following: analytical chemistry...

Laboratory Technician II

  • Campbell, CA (12 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Campbell, CA (12 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 24 days ago

Follow SOPs, WIs, Lab safety and quality requirements. Assist in the execution of complex method development and method validation activities....

Clinical Laboratory Associate II (3rd Shift, Thursday-Sunday, 4x10 Hour Days, 9:00pm - 7:30am)

  • Redwood City, CA (8 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (8 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Company Description Guardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on guarding wellness and giving every person more time free from cancer. Founded in 2012, Guardant is...

Medical Laboratory Technician - PD - All - Clinical Laboratory MV

  • Mountain View, CA (6 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (6 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

El Camino Health is committed to hiring, retaining and growing the best and brightest professionals who will carry our mission and vision forward. We are proud of our reputation in the community:...

Chemistry Lab Analyst

  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Will operate and maintain highly complex instrumentations such as Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) and Ion Chromatography (IC), as well as demonstrate proficiency on routine environmental...

Contract, Lab Technician, Biology

  • Mountain View, CA (6 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (6 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

PTC Therapeutics is a global commercial biopharmaceutical company. For over 25 years our team has been deeply committed to a unified purpose: Extending lifes moments for children and adults living...

Quality Control Technician

  • Milpitas, CA (18 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Milpitas, CA (18 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Quality Control Technician Advantech USA - 3.4 Milpitas, CA Job Details $22 - $25 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Work from home...

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Lab Technician

  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from Los Altos Hills, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

including: X-ray fluorescence (XRF) Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) Ion Chromatography (IC) Gas Chromatography - Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) Liquid Chromatography - Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS...

Demographic Data for Los Altos Hills, CA

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Salary for Chemical Technician Jobs in Los Altos Hills, CA

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Highest Education Level

Chemical Technicians in Los Altos Hills, CA 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 Chemical Technicians in Los Altos Hills, CA
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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