Lab Technician Jobs in Colorado

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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Medical Lab Tech PRN

  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 1 day ago

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One Paid Days Off from Day One Student Loan Repayment Program Career Development Whole Person Wellbeing Resources Our...

Laboratory Technician-Petroleum

  • Rico, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Rico, CO
  • 1 day ago

Laboratory Technician-Petroleum Intertek Location Rico Posted date 9 hours ago Minimum level N/A Employment type Full-time Job category Other Job Description Lab Technician, Petroleum - On Site Intertek...

Travel Laboratory Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Kremmling, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Kremmling, CO
  • 3 days ago

Job Overview TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) for travel assignments in various healthcare facilities. The MLT will be responsible for...

Laboratory Technician - Part Time

  • Denver, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 3 days ago

Laboratory Technician - Part Time Denver Health - 3.6 Denver, CO Job Details Part-time $21.67 - $30.34 an hour 12 hours ago Benefits On-site gym Employee discount Childcare Retirement plan...

Laboratory Technician-RAI or RAII (Prenni)

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 3 days ago

Laboratory Technician-RAI or RAII (Prenni) Colorado State University - 4.2 Fort Collins, CO Job Details Full-time $45,000 - $55,000 a year 10 hours ago Qualifications Biology Laboratory experience...

Quality Control Technician

  • Dacono, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Dacono, CO
  • 3 days ago

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Benefits First of the month after hire date. Referral Program - up to $2000 per referral Paid Time Off after 6 months 401k with Company match after 90...

Laboratory Technician (Greeley, CO)

  • Greeley, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Greeley, CO
  • 4 days ago

applications Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong understanding of aseptic technique in the laboratory This is a position in wet...

Quality Control Technician (1st Shift)

  • Englewood, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Englewood, CO
  • 4 days ago

Quality Control Technician (1st Shift) This position reports to the Quality Control Supervisor. The role is responsible for performing quality activities and maintaining a quality laboratory...

I'm hiring for an Med Tech in Colorado! The Medical Tech/Medical Laboratory Tech is responsible for providing service excellence through quality patient care, specimen analysis, and meeting all...

Laboratory Technician

  • Denver, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 4 days ago

Company Description SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality...

Chemistry Technician

  • Englewood, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Englewood, CO
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities Batching samples for analytical analyses Perform manual wet-chemistry techniques such as alkalinity, pH, conductivity, TDS and TCLP extractions Perform multi-element acid digestions...

Chemistry Technician

  • Englewood, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Englewood, CO
  • 5 days ago

Chemistry Lab Technician Englewood, Colorado Pay Rate: $23-$25/hr Type: Contract to Hire Schedule-Schedule is 80 hours/2 weeks which is a 9/80 schedule, every other Friday off....

Quality Control Technician II

  • Denver, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 5 days ago

ABOUT THE ROLE Collects samples and performs accurate quality control testing to ensure product quality. Provides verbal and/or written test results to management and production staff in a timely...

Fire Assay Lab Technician

  • Denver, CO
  • 6 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 6 days ago

Your impact Fire Assay Lab Technician to join our Analytical Team....

Quality Control Technician

  • Littleton, CO
  • 8 days ago
  • Littleton, CO
  • 8 days ago

511474 Non-Exempt Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America....

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Colorado

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Colorado 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 Colorado
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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