Lab Technician Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Quality Control Technician

  • Burlington, MA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Burlington, MA
  • 8 hours ago

Quality Control Technician Industrial & Manufacturing $ 33.86 / Hour location_on Burlington, Massachusetts work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link...

Physics Laboratory Technician - Middlesex Community College

  • Bedford, MA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Bedford, MA
  • 11 hours ago

Job Description: Title: Physics Laboratory Technician Unit: Part-Time Non-Unit Support Staff Department: Science Reports to: Dean of STEM Date: January 23, 2025 General Summary: The part-time...

Entry Leve- Quality Control Technician

  • Great Barrington, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Great Barrington, MA
  • 1 day ago

Were on the lookout for enthusiastic and detail-oriented individuals to join our team as Lab Technicians!...

Quality Control Technician

  • Great Barrington, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Great Barrington, MA
  • 1 day ago

Lab Technician Location: Housatonic, MA Job Type: Full-Time, 2nd and 3rd Shift Available Salary: $22.50 per hour Job Overview: Seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Entry Level Technician to join...

Research Lab Tech 1 (Chekuri)

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

Site: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and...

Research Laboratory Technician - Inner Ear Biology

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

Site: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and...

Quality Control Technician

  • North Andover, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • North Andover, MA
  • 1 day ago

Our client, a leading manufacturer of paper products, is seeking a Quality Control Technician to join their team in North Andover, MA. This direct hire position offers competitive pay and...

Research Lab Tech I NEUROLOGY RESEARCH Renthal Lab

  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our missionfrom doctors, nurses, business people and...

Research Lab Tech 1, Inner Ear Development

  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago

Site: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our missionfrom doctors, nurses, business people and...

Laboratory Technician

  • Walpole, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Walpole, MA
  • 2 days ago

As a Manufacturing Laboratory Technician I you will be responsible for: Execution of instructions to manufacture chemical and biological reagents Record and audit information (e.g. batch records,...

Quality Control Technician

  • Worcester, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 3 days ago

Location: Worcester, MA Contract Length: 12 Months Pay Rate: $32.86/hr Required Work Hours: Monday - Friday - 8am - 4:30pm Candidates must also be flexible to working weekends and holidays....

Laboratory Technician 1

  • Walpole, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Walpole, MA
  • 3 days ago

LABORATORY TECHNICIAN IN E WALPOLE, MA, USA! Date Posted: 03/11/2025 Hiring Organization: Rose International Position Number: 479470 Job Title: Laboratory Technician Job Location: E Walpole, MA,...

Medical Laboratory Technician Parasitology 1st Shift

  • North Grafton, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • North Grafton, MA
  • 3 days ago

As a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) in the Parasitology department at IDEXX, you will be a key contributor at one of the largest veterinary diagnostic companies in the world. You will perform...

Quality Control Technician

  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago

The Quality Control Technician is responsible for testing seafood products and materials used during the manufacturing process to verify the products meet predefined criteria and conform to all...

Manufacturing Laboratory Technician

  • Walpole, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Walpole, MA
  • 4 days ago

Description: As a Manufacturing Laboratory Technician I You will be responsible for : Execution of instructions to manufacture chemical and biological reagents Record and audit information (e.g....

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Massachusetts

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Lab Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Massachusetts offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
62.3%
Master's Degree
21.7%
Doctorate Degree
9.0%
Associate's Degree
3.0%
High School or GED
2.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.3%
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 Massachusetts
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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