Lab Technician Jobs in Oregon

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

  • McMinnville, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • McMinnville, OR
  • 2 days ago

Quality Control Technician Our client is seeking a Quality Control Technician to support quality initiatives in a fast-growing food manufacturing environment. This role plays a key part in...

Lab Technician

  • Portland, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 2 days ago

Laboratory Assistant/Technician Job Description The position is responsible for preparing patient samples for testing and determining the acceptability of specimens and results. The role involves...

Chemical Technician

  • Central Point, OR
  • 6 days ago
  • Central Point, OR
  • 6 days ago

Apply Job Type Full-time Description Position Title Chemical Technician Job Code 030825 Reports To Aircraft Manufacturing & MRO Manager WC Code 3830 Department 5327 - Aircraft Repair &...

Laboratory Technician Temporary Assignment

  • Bend, OR
  • 10 days ago
  • Bend, OR
  • 10 days ago

Performs laboratory preparatory work and a variety of wet chemistry and microbiological analyses on water and wastewater; may also perform basic soil and industrial waste tests....

Quality Control Technician Job Details KWS SAAT SE

  • Tangent, OR
  • 11 days ago
  • Tangent, OR
  • 11 days ago

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our quality team in Tangent, OR. The focus of the Quality Control Technician position is the daily activity of sampling and testing of sugar beet...

Travel Radiology Cath Lab Tech

  • Portland, OR
  • 12 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 12 days ago

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

Analytical Lab Technician - Night Shift

  • Albany, OR
  • 13 days ago
  • Albany, OR
  • 13 days ago

Proven to Perform. From the edges of space to the bottoms of ocean, our materials are proven to perform -- and so is our team. We're hiring high performers as proven as our products. Join us. ATI...

Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Burns, OR
  • 16 days ago
  • Burns, OR
  • 16 days ago

Job Listing ID: 4289710 Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technician Application Deadline: Open Until FilledJob Location: Burns Date Posted: 06/11/2025Hours Worked Per Week: 40 Shift: Night Shift...

Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Tualatin, OR
  • 17 days ago
  • Tualatin, OR
  • 17 days ago

Department Overview This position provides technical support to complete laboratory testing for OHSU hospital and clinic patients. The person in this position will be a qualified Medical...

Gas and Chemical Technician

  • Tualatin, OR
  • 21 days ago
  • Tualatin, OR
  • 21 days ago

Gas And Chemical Technician Tualatin, OR 97062-8094 Posted: 06/05/2025 Job Category: Industrial Job Number: AB86433265 Job Description Sirius Staffing is seeking Megasys Gas & Chemical Technicians...

Chemical Lab Technician II

  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 26 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 26 days ago

Chemical Technician Technician Hillsboro, OR Technician, Hillsboro, OR CHEMICAL LAB TECHNICIAN II BCforward Hillsboro, OR (Onsite) Contractor $22.00 - $23.00/Hour Job Details Chemical Lab Technician...

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

Quality Control Technician

  • Lebanon, OR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lebanon, OR
  • 30+ days ago

Classification: Hourly Shift: Second Shift - 10 (United States of America) Job Description: Are you looking for a new challenge? Passionate about innovation? Want to work for a global company that...

Laboratory Technician 2 - Toxicology

  • Clackamas, OR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Clackamas, OR
  • 30+ days ago

Initial Posting Date: 05/21/2025 Application Deadline: 08/20/2025 Agency: Oregon State Department of Police Salary Range: $4,016 - $5,573 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Laboratory...

Laboratory Technician 2 - Toxicology

  • Portland, OR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 30+ days ago

Initial Posting Date: 05/21/2025 Application Deadline: 08/20/2025 Agency: Oregon State Department of Police Salary Range: $4,016 - $5,573 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Laboratory...

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Lab Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Oregon

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Lab Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Oregon 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 Oregon
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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