Lab Technician Jobs in Kansas

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 Laboratory Technician / MT

  • Leon, KS
  • 7 hours ago
  • Leon, KS
  • 7 hours ago

Medical Laboratory Technician / Medical Technologist Sign-on Bonus | Flexible Shifts & Hours | Full-Time Are you a detail-driven MLT or MT passionate about precision and patient care? We seek a...

Medical Laboratory Technician / MT

  • Clearwater, KS
  • 7 hours ago
  • Clearwater, KS
  • 7 hours ago

Medical Laboratory Technician / Medical Technologist Sign-on Bonus | Flexible Shifts & Hours | Full-Time Are you a detail-driven MLT or MT passionate about precision and patient care? We seek a...

ASCP - Medical Laboratory Technician - MLT / CLT

  • Kanopolis, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Kanopolis, KS
  • 3 days ago

ASCP - Medical Laboratory Technician - MLT / CLT Location: Kanopolis, KS Schedule: Full-Time. Flexible Shifts Available. Pay Range: Competitive pay with entry-level opportunities. Launch Your...

Laboratory Technician I

  • Wichita, KS
  • 4 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 4 days ago

Working in a controlled laboratory environment, the Lab Technician I plays a vital role in ensuring accurate, high-quality test results that support infrastructure and construction projects....

Laboratory Technician 2

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 5 days ago

Overview Laboratory Technician Imagine your future with us! At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innovate,...

Medical Laboratory Technician / MT

  • Andover, KS
  • 6 days ago
  • Andover, KS
  • 6 days ago

Medical Laboratory Technician / Medical Technologist Sign-on Bonus | Flexible Shifts & Hours | Full-Time Are you a detail-driven MLT or MT passionate about precision and patient care? We seek a...

Lab Technician

  • Spring Hill, KS
  • 7 days ago
  • Spring Hill, KS
  • 7 days ago

transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) operation Wet and Dry Screen analysis Suspension and emulsion testing Gas Chromatography (GC) and Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) Basic operation & sample/standards...

Lab Technician

  • Dodge City, KS
  • 9 days ago
  • Dodge City, KS
  • 9 days ago

transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) operation Wet and Dry Screen analysis Suspension and emulsion testing Gas Chromatography (GC) and Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) Basic operation & sample/standards...

APAC - Quality Control Technician - Salina, KS

  • Salina, KS
  • 10 days ago
  • Salina, KS
  • 10 days ago

509798 APAC-Kansas, Inc., Shears Construction, is a multi-million dollar heavy highway contractor that was established in 1874, and has multiple asphalt plants, ready mix plants, rock quarries and...

Laboratory Technician

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 11 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 11 days ago

Working in a controlled laboratory environment, the Lab Technician I plays a vital role in ensuring accurate, high-quality test results that support infrastructure and construction projects....

Quality Control Technician

  • Fort Riley, KS
  • 11 days ago
  • Fort Riley, KS
  • 11 days ago

Who We Are At Corvias, we're experts at developing solutions through partnership. Our mission is to be personally committed to solving our partners' most difficult, systematic challenges by...

Quality Control Technician

  • Salina, KS
  • 12 days ago
  • Salina, KS
  • 12 days ago

Job ID: 509798 APAC-Kansas, Inc., Shears Construction, is a multi-million dollar heavy highway contractor that was established in 1874, and has multiple asphalt plants, ready mix plants, rock...

Quality Control Technician Lead - Level 5

  • De Soto, KS
  • 13 days ago
  • De Soto, KS
  • 13 days ago

Overview Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Quality Control Technician - Level 5? Then we're looking for you! Check out the job description...

Quality Control Technician

  • Salina, KS
  • 14 days ago
  • Salina, KS
  • 14 days ago

Job ID: 509798 APAC-Kansas, Inc., Shears Construction, is a multi-million dollar heavy highway contractor that was established in 1874, and has multiple asphalt plants, ready mix plants, rock...

Laboratory Technician I

  • De Soto, KS
  • 14 days ago
  • De Soto, KS
  • 14 days ago

ABOUT US: Biodesix is a leading diagnostic solutions company, driven to improve clinical care and outcomes for patients. Biodesix Diagnostic Tests support clinical decisions to expedite...

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Kansas

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Lab Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Kansas 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 Kansas
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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