Lab Technician Jobs in East Saint Louis, IL

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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Chemical Quality Technician

  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Quality Control Technician Job Description Join a dynamic chemical manufacturing company as a Quality Control Technician on a contract-to-hire basis. This role is primarily lab-based, performing...

Lab Technician

  • East Saint Louis, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • East Saint Louis, IL
  • 3 days ago

Job Description Position: Lab Technician Primary Location: East St. Louis Schedule: 2 year contract - Monday to Friday - 40 hours work week....

Lab Tech (Chemistry)

  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 3 days ago

We're hiring a Chemistry Lab Technician for a 6+ month onsite contract in St. Louis, MO....

Lab Tech (Chemistry)

  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Were hiring a Chemistry Lab Technician for a 6+ month onsite contract in St. Louis, MO....

QC Chemical Lab Technician / Schichtlaborant (m/w/d)

  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Veterans/Disabled Job Segment: QC, Chemical Research, Sustainable Agriculture, Lab Technician, QA, Quality, Engineering, Agriculture, Healthcare...

Quality Control Technician

  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Job Title: Quality Control Technician Job Description Join a dynamic chemical manufacturing company as a Quality Control Technician on a contract-to-hire basis. This role is primarily lab-based,...

Senior Clinical Laboratory Technician - Pathology & Immunology Washington University in St. Louis

  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary The Yarbrough Lab investigates novel diagnostic methods for infectious disease. This position performs research study experiments (including routine and novel...

Senior Clinical Laboratory Technician - Pathology & Immunology

  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary The Yarbrough Lab investigates novel diagnostic methods for infectious disease. This position performs research study experiments (including routine and novel...

Chemical Lab Technician

  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking an experienced Lab Tech for contract-to-hire position with one of our partners in the St. Louis, MO area. If youre passionate about bringing the latest...

Quality Control Technician

  • Saint Charles, MO (23 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Saint Charles, MO (23 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 20 days ago

Eurofins is the world leader in the food, bio/pharmaceutical product testing. It is also number one in the field of environmental laboratory services and one of the global market leaders in...

Laboratory Technician I

  • Saint Charles, MO (23 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Saint Charles, MO (23 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 20 days ago

Eurofins Test America is searching for a Laboratory Technician I in St. Louis, MO The Laboratory Technician I, using general laboratory methods, techniques,equipment, and instrumentation in...

Quality Control Technician

  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 29 days ago

About Us Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest...

Clinical Laboratory Technician - Siteman Cancer Center Washington University in St. Louis

  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary The Siteman Cancer Center is seeking an organized and motivated individual to join the Molecular Specimen Processing Group within the Tissue Procurement Core...

Clinical Laboratory Technician - Siteman Cancer Center

  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary The Siteman Cancer Center is seeking an organized and motivated individual to join the Molecular Specimen Processing Group within the Tissue Procurement Core...

Clinical Laboratory Technician - Obstetrics and Gynecology Washington University in St. Louis

  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

More About This Job Required Qualifications Associate degree (Medical Lab Technician or related scientific degree.)...

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in East Saint Louis, IL

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Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in East Saint Louis, IL 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 East Saint Louis, IL
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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