Lab Technician Jobs in Minnesota

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

  • Rogers, MN
  • 16 hours ago
  • Rogers, MN
  • 16 hours ago

Quality Control Technician Rogers, MN Order: 415404 Order Type : Temp To Hire Position: Quality Control Technician Location: Rogers, MN Compensation: $18-20 Shift: Monday - Friday 3pm-11pm or...

Laboratory Technician

  • Le Sueur, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Le Sueur, MN
  • 3 days ago

We are searching for our next Lab Technician in Le Sueur, MN! Text key word "Agropur" to ... to apply!...

Medical Laboratory Technician

  • White Bear Lake, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • White Bear Lake, MN
  • 3 days ago

HealthPartners is hiring for a Medical Lab Technician working in the Lab department out of our White Bear Lake Clinic QUALIFICATIONS: REQUIRED: Associate's degree in a lab science or medical laboratory...

Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago

Salary $51,405.39 - $77,108.09 Annually Job Number 25DOCCRA59LV024 Closing Date Continuous Description Join the Department of Community Corrections and Rehabilitation (DOCCR) as a Medical...

Quality Control Technician - Aggregates

  • Bemidji, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Bemidji, MN
  • 3 days ago

Role Overview: This position is responsible for the testing of aggregate materials and responding to quality issues. You will visit and stay at job sites, collect and analyze data, test materials,...

Lab Technician 1 (Sample Prep) - Minneapolis, MN

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago

Back Lab Technician 1 (Sample Prep) #25-835 Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Apply Apply for this job now!...

Quality Control Technician

  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 4 days ago

Title:** Quality Control Technician **Location:** St. Paul, MN (100% Onsite) **Duration:** 6 Months **Pay Range :** $25/hr to $28/hr (On W2) We are looking for a **Quality Control Technician** to...

Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Jackson, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Jackson, MN
  • 4 days ago

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. Were proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000...

Quality Control Technician

  • Oakdale, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Oakdale, MN
  • 4 days ago

It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing! Neogen Corporation is seeking a QC Specialist to join our Quality team. In this role, you will play a critical part...

Travel Laboratory Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Two Harbors, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Two Harbors, MN
  • 5 days ago

Job Overview TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) for travel assignments in various healthcare facilities. The MLT will be responsible for...

Quality Control Technician

  • Worthington, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Worthington, MN
  • 5 days ago

Job Description Position Description Perform procedures required for testing samples in compliance with current good manufacturing procedures (cGMP), safety and environmental guidelines, including...

Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist - Float

  • Detroit Lakes, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Detroit Lakes, MN
  • 5 days ago

MLT:Will perform and report tests of all complexity levels, as defined by CLIA, on patients of all ages to assist with the routine screening, diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases and...

Quality Control Technician

  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 5 days ago

Title: Quality Control Technician Location: St. Paul, MN (100% Onsite) Duration: 6 Months Pay Range : $25/hr to $28/hr (On W2) We are looking for a Quality Control Technician to join one of our...

Chemistry Lab Technician - Medical Device

  • Fridley, MN
  • 6 days ago
  • Fridley, MN
  • 6 days ago

Description This team supports analytical services for a variety of products within the organization. Perform analytical testing using FTIR, Carbon/Sulfur analysis, ICP, DSC, HPLC, and GC. Support...

Chemistry Lab Technician

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 6 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 6 days ago

Skills chemistry, HPLC, ICP, quality control, analytic, FTIR, laboratory, GMP, analytical chemistry, wet chemistry, gas chromatography Additional Skills & Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Chemistry...

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Minnesota

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Lab Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Minnesota offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
62.3%
Master's Degree
21.8%
Doctorate Degree
9.0%
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 Minnesota
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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