Lab Technician Jobs in Iowa

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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Laboratory Technician - Nights - Spencer Hospital

  • Sioux Rapids, IA
  • moments ago
  • Sioux Rapids, IA
  • moments ago

Location: Spencer, IA Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Night Shift (United States of America) Spencer Hospital is proud to employ highly skilled and caring staff members. We offer competitive...

Laboratory Technician Vaccine Development

  • Ames, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Ames, IA
  • 2 days ago

Hands-on experience with downstream processing techniques such as ultrafiltration, chromatography, and lyophilization. Proficiency in RNA and DNA extraction, qPCR, and molecular cloning....

Laboratory Technician

  • Johnston, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Johnston, IA
  • 6 days ago

Our client, a leading organization in the biotechnology sector, is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join their team. As a Laboratory Technician, you will be part of the Assay Development and...

Quality Control Technician - 1st Shift

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 7 days ago

Shift: 2:00 AM-2:00 PMHourly Rate: $22.44 an hour Job Summary: The Quality Control Technician is responsible for a variety of responsibilities including inspecting food product and packaging...

Quality Control Technician

  • Paullina, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Paullina, IA
  • 7 days ago

Company Information Consolidated Machine & Tool (CMT) and its 5 locations specialize in precision machining, fabrication, and assembly of highly engineered components. With over 175 years of...

Quality Control Technician

  • Marcus, IA
  • 8 days ago
  • Marcus, IA
  • 8 days ago

Quality Control Technician $18.50 $23.00/hr DOE + Weekly Attendance Bonus!! Mon-Fri 7:00a-5:00p Are you an experienced Quality Control Technician with an eye for detail, who is looking to take the...

Medical Laboratory Technician-Chemistry-Methodist

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 13 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 13 days ago

Overview $5,000 sign on bonus! Choose a career that matters with UnityPoint Health Des Moines! UnityPoint Health - Des Moines is a family of four hospitals including Iowa Methodist Medical Center,...

Quality Control Technician

  • Manchester, IA
  • 14 days ago
  • Manchester, IA
  • 14 days ago

Join Henderson! Henderson Products, Manchester, IA, is the North American leader in the design, manufacture and up-fit of multi-purpose equipment for heavy-duty work trucks specializing in snow...

Laboratory Technician - Koren Lab

  • IA
  • 20 days ago
  • IA
  • 20 days ago

Title: Laboratory Technician - Koren Lab Job Type: Temporary, Benefited Company: Health Research, Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division Department: Molecular & Cellular Biology Time Type: Full time...

Quality Control Technician Intern

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 20 days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 20 days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Iowa $40k - $56k Per Year Quality Control Technician Intern Knife River - Midwest Occupation: Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers Location:...

Construction Quality Control Technician

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 24 days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 24 days ago

Construction Quality Control Technician Location: Dubuque, IA Pay Range: N/A Application Instructions: To apply, click the green 'Apply Now' button above. Please read through your information...

Laboratory Technician - Second Shift

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 24 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 24 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 II

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 27 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 27 days ago

The ideal candidate would possess : Advanced degrees welcome; Knowledge of Empower chromatography software; Knowledge of Shimadzu fluorometer software Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills...

Quality Control Technician - 2nd Shift

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 29 days ago
  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 29 days ago

Shift: 2:00 PM-2:00 AMHourly Rate: $22.44 an hour Job Summary: The Quality Control Technician is responsible for a variety of responsibilities including inspecting food product and packaging...

Quality Control Technician

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 30+ days ago

SUMMARY: The Quality Control Technician oversees and inspects products to ensure standards are met, and/or repairs in the shop ensuring proper procedures are followed to improve efficiency and...

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Iowa

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Lab Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Iowa offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
62.2%
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 Iowa
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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