Lab Technician Jobs in New Jersey

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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Entry Level Lab Technician I

  • Lebanon, NJ
  • 16 days ago
  • Lebanon, NJ
  • 16 days ago

About Us Pace Life Sciences Pace makes the world a safer, healthier place. We advance the science of our pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical customers through the drug development process, from...

Laboratory Technician

  • Burlington, NJ
  • 15 hours ago
  • Burlington, NJ
  • 15 hours ago

Laboratory Technician** Laboratory Burlington County, NJ, US Pay Rate Low: 22.00 | Pay Rate High: 25.00 + Added - 10/07/2025 Apply for Job Our client is seeking an entry level lab technician to join...

Chemistry Laboratory Technician (A12)

  • Mahwah, NJ
  • 23 hours ago
  • Mahwah, NJ
  • 23 hours ago

RAMAPO COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY : Ramapo College of New Jersey (RCNJ) develops ethical leaders who serve as change agents across all sectors. The Colleges unique interdisciplinary academic structure,...

Clinical Laboratory Technician - Chemistry

  • Raritan, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Raritan, 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

  • Union Beach, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Union Beach, NJ
  • 2 days ago

This will include carrying out chromatography sample preparation and testing as well as basic method development in GC. Qualifications: Experience with instrument analysis and sample preparation....

Lab Technician

  • Newark, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Our client, a research institute for applied science and technology development is seeking a Lab Technician to join their team....

Analytical Lab Technician

  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 3 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

  • NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • NJ
  • 6 days ago

Essential Skills Proficiency in HPLC, wet chemistry, and GC (Chromatography). Experience in stability testing....

Principal Laboratory Technician

  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 6 days ago

Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Principal Laboratory Technician Job Category Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) Department Institute for...

Medical Lab Technician- Blood Bank 10K Sign-On-Bonus

  • Camden, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Camden, NJ
  • 8 days ago

About Us At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical...

Quality Lab Technician

  • East Hanover, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • East Hanover, NJ
  • 9 days ago

Technical Know-How: Solid understanding of formulation science, analytical chemistry, or lab-based testing methodologies....

Laboratory Technician

  • Somerset, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ
  • 10 days ago

As a Formulation Laboratory Technician, you will play a crucial role in the development of various consumer products. Working in our state-of-the-art laboratory facility, you will be responsible...

Lab Technician

  • Cedar Knolls, NJ
  • 11 days ago
  • Cedar Knolls, NJ
  • 11 days ago

Centers Laboratory is currently looking for a Lab Technician in Cedar Knolls, NJ....

Laboratory Technician

  • NJ
  • 13 days ago
  • NJ
  • 13 days ago

Strong experience in General Chemistry including wet chemistry, titrations, dilutions, pH testing, viscosity measurements. Experience in environmental science is beneficial....

Lab Technician - Night Shift

  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 14 days ago
  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 14 days ago

Genscript is seeking Lab Technicians for our Production team in Piscataway, NJ. The estimated hourly pay-rate is $26 - $28 per hour, depending on experience....

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in New Jersey

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in New Jersey 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 New Jersey
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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