Lab Technician Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

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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Laboratory Technician

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 5 hours ago

Job 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 our...

Laboratory Technician

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 2 days ago

At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether its providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet,...

Lab Technician (Nights)

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 3 days ago

Education in Sciences (Chemistry, Biology etc. preferred) 0-1 years of experience preferred Lab experience highly preferred Must be able to work overnight shift (Facility operates at night.)...

Lab Technician (Nights)

  • Sharon Hill, PA (6 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Sharon Hill, PA (6 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Education in Sciences (Chemistry, Biology etc. preferred) 0-1 years of experience preferred Lab experience highly preferred Must be able to work overnight shift (Facility operates at night.)...

Clinical Lab Tech Supervisor (Blood Bank)

  • Talleyville, DE (22 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Talleyville, DE (22 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 10 days ago

Nemours is seeking a Clinical Lab Tech Supervisor (Blood Bank), to join our Nemours Children's Health team in Wilmington, Delaware. **Up to a $20,000 Sign on Bonus offered (external applicants...

Senior Laboratory Technician - Polymer Additives

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 11 days ago

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and...

Medical Laboratory Technician (CASUAL/PRN)

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 12 days ago

The medical lab technician is responsible for staying informed about section changes, procedure changes and updates, etc....

Chemistry Lab Assistant

  • Bryn Mawr, PA (10 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Bryn Mawr, PA (10 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 13 days ago

Bryn Mawr College has an opening for a Chemistry Lab Assistant. This position plays an integral role in supporting the Organic Chemistry and General Chemistry teaching labs during the academic...

Chemistry Lab Assistant Bryn Mawr College

  • Bryn Mawr, PA (10 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Bryn Mawr, PA (10 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 13 days ago

Bryn Mawr College has an opening for a Chemistry Lab Assistant. This position plays an integral role in supporting the Organic Chemistry and General Chemistry teaching labs during the academic...

Quality Control Technician

  • Burlington, NJ (19 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Burlington, NJ (19 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 13 days ago

Quality Control Inspector Job Description The Quality Control Technician's role is to perform a variety of technical inspections and measure objects compared to their intended physical...

Medical Lab Technician MLT/MT Part-time 7pm-7am - Chem-Heme / Camden

  • Camden, NJ (2 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Camden, NJ (2 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 16 days ago

Training/Certifications/Licensure: Valid registration as a Medical Lab Technician or equivalent or meets CLIA '88 educational requirements for high complexity testing....

Concrete Quality Control Technician

  • Fairless Hills, PA (23 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Fairless Hills, PA (23 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 25 days ago

Title of Position: Quality Control Technician Location: Morrisville, P.A., Various Locations The primary responsibility of the Quality Control Technician is to ensure concrete chemistry and...

Laboratory Technician, Customer Analytical Services

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 26 days ago

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and...

Laboratory Technician III

  • Horsham, PA (16 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Horsham, PA (16 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 28 days ago

Eurofins is the world leader in the food, bio/pharmaceutical product testing. It is also number one in the field of environmental laboratory services and one of the global market leaders in...

Quality Control Technician

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Philadelphia, PA 1 DAYS AGO 21386601 Summary Philadelphia, PA Competitive Salary 1 Years Experience High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED) No Commisssion 40.00 hours per week / Day...

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

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Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA
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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