Lab Technician Jobs in New York

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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Lab Technician -Donegan Lab (Chemistry)

  • New York, NY
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 hour ago

Job: Lab Technician -Donegan Lab (Chemistry) Job Summary: The part-time Lab Technician will assist with lab management and conduct research in the areas of microbiology and biochemistry....

Lab Technician

  • Tarrytown, NY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Tarrytown, NY
  • 16 hours ago

Lab Technician Job Description The Lab Technician will assist in the development of innovative paint and coating formulations, including water-based, solvent-based, UV-curable, and specialty systems...

Student Worker - Chemistry Lab Assistant

  • Glen Head, NY
  • 19 hours ago
  • Glen Head, NY
  • 19 hours ago

Name of the position: Student Worker Chemistry Lab Assistant Campus: Post Department: Natural Sciences Location: Building and Floor: Pell Hall, 3rd floor Supervisor Name and Title: Hanying Bai,...

Lab Tech

  • Tarrytown, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Tarrytown, NY
  • 1 day ago

Description Assist in the development of new paint and coating formulations, including water-based, solvent-based, UV-curable, and specialty systems. Weigh, mix, grind, and prepare lab-scale...

Lab Technician Donegan Lab (Chemistry)

  • New York City, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 1 day ago

Job: Lab Technician Donegan Lab (Chemistry) Job Summary: The part-time Lab Technician will assist with lab management and conduct research in the areas of microbiology and biochemistry....

Lab Technician Vizcarra Lab (Chemistry)

  • New York City, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 1 day ago

Job: Lab Technician Vizcarra Lab (Chemistry) Job Summary: The part-time Lab Technician will assist with lab management and conduct research in the areas of protein biochemistry....

Chemistry Student Lab Technician - PLV

  • Pleasantville, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Pleasantville, NY
  • 2 days ago

The PLV Chemistry department is searching for a Student Lab Technician to support the department's Lab Services and Safety Manager Position Duties/Responsibilities : Preparation of chemical reagents...

Laboratory Technician

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 3 days ago

Title: Laboratory Technician Job Type: Temporary, Non-Benefited Company: Health Research, Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division Department: Cell Stress Biology Time Type: Part time Weekly Hours: 20...

QC Lab Tech

  • Central Islip, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Central Islip, NY
  • 3 days ago

Experience with wet chemistry, UV-Vis, and titration. Work Environment The position is based in a large laboratory built in 2016, located in Central Islip....

Quality Control Technician - NY

  • Monroe, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Monroe, NY
  • 6 days ago

Quality Control Technician Department: Compliance Reports to: Quality Control Supervisor Effective Date: 6/19/2025 Important Notice Regarding Work Location: The initial work location for this...

Instrumentation Associate 1

  • Melville, NY
  • 9 days ago
  • Melville, NY
  • 9 days ago

chemistry and instrumentation techniques as appropriate Provides routine care and maintenance for instruments and equipment Proactively accepts deliveries for the department and prepares shipments...

Adjunct Professor - Clinical Laboratory Technician

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 12 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 12 days ago

Department: Clinical Lab Technician Salary/Hourly $53.33 Hourly Union/Position Status: FFECC Teaching PT Posting Closing Date: June 1, 2026 JOB DESCRIPTION BENEFITS TO BEING A PART-TIME ADJUNCT FACULTY...

Travel Radiology Cath Lab Tech

  • Rochester, NY
  • 13 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 13 days ago

Job Overview TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory (Cath Lab) Technologist to assist in cardiac catheterizations, angioplasties,...

Chemistry Lab Technician

  • Melville, NY
  • 15 days ago
  • Melville, NY
  • 15 days ago

Certified Group is committed to delivering expert solutions and quality testing our customers can feel confident in – on time, every time – so the world can trust in what it consumes. As a leading...

Med Lab Technician 1, CoreLab

  • Rochester, NY
  • 17 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 17 days ago

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness,...

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in New York

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in New York 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 York
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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