Lab Technician Jobs in Kentucky

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

  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 hours ago

Laboratory Technician Employer Desicorp Inc Location Louisville, Kentucky, US Salary Competitive Closing date Jun 17, 2025 Apply on website Job DescriptionJob Description Overview: We are a...

Quality Lab Technician

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 14 hours ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 14 hours ago

Promote and adhere to Food Safety, 5S and ISO standards Accept other duties as assigned Qualifications Outcomes/Success Criteria Demonstrate knowledge of general and analytical chemistry Must be physically...

Quality Control Technician

  • Florence, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Florence, KY
  • 2 days ago

Quality Control Technician Gpac is partnered with a global leader in agricultural processing operations. As a Quality Control Technician, you'll ensure product quality and safety by inspecting...

Quality Control Technician

  • Milton, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Milton, KY
  • 2 days ago

Quality Control Technician Gpac is partnered with a global leader in agricultural processing operations. As a Quality Control Technician, you'll ensure product quality and safety by inspecting...

Laboratory Technician I

  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

Grade 1 (Hourly) Position Description: The Perlin Lab at the University of Louisville is seeking a Lab Technician to join their research team focused on plant/parasite interactions, particularly involving...

Quality Control Technician - Days

  • Hopkinsville, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Hopkinsville, KY
  • 3 days ago

Starting Pay Rate - 18.00 / Pay increase every 6 months topping out at 24.00 at 48 months I. General Summary: Ensure that daily process and product audits are performed, sampling inspections and...

Laboratory Technician

  • Guthrie, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Guthrie, KY
  • 5 days ago

Position Overview Novelis is one of the world leaders in aluminum recycling and rolling and a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider. Driven by our purpose of shaping a sustainable world...

Chemistry Lab Technician

  • Louisville, KY
  • 8 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 8 days ago

Knowledge of microscopy and wet chemistry techniques Demonstrated ownership of work and ability to multi-task with many projects occurring simultaneously Strong analytical, problem and process solving...

Analytical Laboratory Technician

  • Louisville, KY
  • 8 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 8 days ago

Hematology Lab Technician Contract Duration 3+ Months Role Description: The Hematology Lab Technician will report accurate and timely test results in order to deliver quality patient care....

Chemistry Lab Tech - Plastics Toxicity

  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 days ago

Akkodis is seeking a Chemistry Lab Technician for a long-term W2 contract position job with a client in Louisville, Kentucky....

Quality Control Technician - Erlanger, KY

  • Erlanger, KY
  • 11 days ago
  • Erlanger, KY
  • 11 days ago

Quality Control Technician - Erlanger, KY Job Summary: This position will provide support for the Erlanger Operations and Inventory groups by completing laboratory analysis. The occupant of this...

Laboratory Technician

  • Catlettsburg, KY
  • 12 days ago
  • Catlettsburg, KY
  • 12 days ago

A course in Analytical Chemistry preferred. Experience with handling and testing of hydrocarbon/petroleum materials preferred. Basic understanding of SQC techniques preferred....

Medical Technologist or Medical Lab Technician WOW, Lab - Chemistry, Weekends

  • Louisville, KY
  • 13 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 13 days ago

Responsibilities **This is a WOW (Work on Weekends) position. Schedules for WOW employees include every weekend (Nights - Friday & Saturday, Days - Saturday & Sunday). Employees in designated WOW...

Chemical Analyst - 2nd shift

  • Owensboro, KY
  • 13 days ago
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 13 days ago

Major Responsibilities: Performs analyses utilizing gas chromatography, ultra high pressure chromatography, and ion chromatography....

Weekend Chemical Analyst (Thurs - Sun)

  • Owensboro, KY
  • 13 days ago
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 13 days ago

Major Responsibilities: Performs analyses utilizing gas chromatography, ultra high pressure chromatography, and ion chromatography....

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Kentucky

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Lab Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Kentucky 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 Kentucky
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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