Lab Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Apprentice Laboratory Technician Level 3

  • Warrington, PA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Warrington, PA
  • 2 hours ago

Responsibilities May Include\: Sample management Chemical sample preparation Radiochemical sample preparation Support for new method development preparation Next Steps If your application is successful...

3rd shift Quality Control Technician Junior

  • York, PA
  • 11 hours ago
  • York, PA
  • 11 hours ago

Quality Control Technician Junior About the job Overnight/3rd shift Schedule: 11p-7a Tuesday-Saturday. The Quality Control Technician Junior applies their knowledge and skills to build and...

Medical Laboratory Technician - Full Time - Evening - Wexford l

  • Wexford, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Wexford, PA
  • 1 day ago

Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description : $5,000 sign on bonus available GENERAL OVERVIEW: Performs routine and highly complex laboratory analyses on clinical specimens in various...

Laboratory Technician II Job #49960

  • West Point, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • West Point, PA
  • 1 day ago

is seeking a Lab Technician to join their High Throughput Purification team within the Discovery Chemistry department....

Laboratory Technician II

  • West Point, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • West Point, PA
  • 1 day ago

Preferred Skills and Experience Experience in operation and maintenance of HPLC, LCMS, and flash chromatography. Knowledge of basic chemistry. Experience in making standard solutions....

Sumitomo Electric Group Careers - Powder Testing Process Control Technician

  • Saint Marys, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Marys, PA
  • 1 day ago

Description Position at Keystone Powdered Metal Company Keystone Powdered Metal Company, a Sumitomo Electric Group company, is looking for a full-time Powder Testing Process Control Technician who...

Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description : GENERAL OVERVIEW: Performs routine and highly complex laboratory analyses on clinical specimens in various sections of the laboratory under...

Process Control Technician

  • Loyalhanna, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Loyalhanna, PA
  • 1 day ago

Start here, end here. There is a reason why we have so many employees with 20+ years with the company-Pace offers careers. Join us in becoming the premier die casting manufacturer and engineering...

Laboratory Technician - Pittsburgh, PA, US

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago

development and optimization for cell based assays qPCR Flow cytometry Lentivirus production and titration Various other procedures not mentioned herein Who are you?...

Quality Control Technician

  • York, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • York, PA
  • 1 day ago

Quality Control Technician Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Quality Control Technician for a hands-on position that involves working directly with production lines to ensure compliance...

Laboratory Technician II

  • West Point, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • West Point, PA
  • 1 day ago

Type:** 1 Year Contract **Job Summary:** Our client is seeking a **Lab Technician** to join their High Throughput Purification team within the Discovery Chemistry department....

Powder Testing Process Control Technician

  • Saint Marys, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Marys, PA
  • 2 days ago

Keystone Powdered Metal Company, a Sumitomo Electric Group company, is looking for a full-time Powder Testing Process Control Technician who will be working in our St. Marys, PA location. This...

Laboratory Technician - II (Associate)

  • West Point, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • West Point, PA
  • 2 days ago

Description Our client is currently seeking a Lab Technician with prior experience working in a fast-paced analytical lab to join the High Throughput Purification team within the Discovery Chemistry...

Quality Control Technician - req24483

  • New Castle, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • New Castle, PA
  • 2 days ago

Quality Control Technician - req24483 DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: Linde Picture Linde Advanced Material Technologies Inc. **Quality Control Technician** New Castle, PA United States | req24483...

Medical Laboratory Technician - Full Time - Rotational Hours - Jefferson

  • Jefferson Hills, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Jefferson Hills, PA
  • 3 days ago

Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description : GENERAL OVERVIEW: Performs routine and highly complex laboratory analyses on clinical specimens in various sections of the laboratory under...

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
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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