Lab Technician Jobs in Princeton, NJ

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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Principal Laboratory Technician Rutgers University

  • New Brunswick, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Principal Laboratory Technician for the department of Medicine at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. The Principal...

Flavor Assistant I

  • Cranbury, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cranbury, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Join us and celebrate the beauty of human experience. Create for happier, healthier lives, with love for nature. Together, with passion and creativity, we deliver food innovations, craft inspired...

Quality Control Technician

  • Woodbridge, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

data in a safe manner according to the procedures and guidelines listed the Quality Control Lab Technician training program. - Must be responsible and self-motivated to work rotating shifts without...

Med Lab Tech - (FT/Evening/ Core/Blood Bank/Sign on Bonus of up to 10K

  • Plainsboro, NJ (4 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Plainsboro, NJ (4 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine....

Clinical Laboratory Technician - Chemistry

  • Raritan, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Raritan, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Are you an experienced Clinical Lab Professional? Are you looking to embark on a new challenge in your career, or start your career in Clinical Lab Science? If so, Labcorp wants to speak with you...

Laboratory Technician

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 4 days ago

chemistry (pH, viscosity, titrations, etc.)...

Lab Tech Assistant - Casual

  • New Brunswick, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Lab Tech Assistant - Casual Posting Number 25TM0220 Department Engn - Biomedical Engineering Overview Rutgers, The State University...

Lab Technician

  • New Brunswick, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Sun Pharma is the world's fourth largest generics company with presence in Specialty, Generics and Consumer Healthcare products. Supported by more than 40 manufacturing facilities, we provide...

Laboratory Technician, Sanger, M-F 6:30PM - 3AM EST

  • South Plainfield, NJ (18 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • South Plainfield, NJ (18 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Azenta Inc. At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status...

Laboratory Technician

  • Lambertville, NJ (12 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lambertville, NJ (12 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Quality Control Laboratory Technician Job Description Perform essential quality control testing of in-process products using prescribed procedures and techniques. Make necessary formula...

Laboratory Technician I

  • Plainsboro, NJ (4 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Plainsboro, NJ (4 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Perform and document instrumental (e.g., UV-VIS, HPLC) and wet chemistry techniques/analyses....

GCMS Lab Technician

  • Somerville, NJ (14 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Somerville, NJ (14 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Job Description The Analytical chemist will utilize standard operating procedures to run oils and fine fragrances on GC/MS. The role involves performing extractions on finished products to...

Chemistry Technician II

  • Whitehouse, NJ (17 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Whitehouse, NJ (17 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Essential Skills Proficiency in analytical chemistry. Experience with HPLC and GC chromatography. Understanding of stability testing and wet chemistry....

Quality Control Technician

  • Fords, NJ (21 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Fords, NJ (21 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Job Description: Must be knowledgeable and willing to learn and perform all of the tests and procedures required for the Quality Control Lab Technician position....

Lab Technician III

  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

As the largest staffing and recruitment agency in the world, we can commit to finding you the perfect role that gives you the opportunity to learn and grow in the life sciences arena. Utilizing a...

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Princeton, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Princeton, NJ 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 Princeton, NJ
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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