Lab Technician Jobs in South Carolina

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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Chemical Lab Technician I

  • Seneca, SC
  • 11 hours ago
  • Seneca, SC
  • 11 hours ago

Chemical Lab Technician Job Number: 25-04547 Join the ECLARO Team! ECLARO is looking for a Chemical Lab Technician for our client in Seneca, SC....

Chemistry Laboratory Technician

  • Seneca, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Seneca, SC
  • 1 day ago

As time progresses, lab technicians are completing a greater number of tasks that previously would have been performed by highly trained chemists....

Chemical Lab Technician

  • Greenwood, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Greenwood, SC
  • 3 days ago

Assist Lead Lab Technician with other duties as assigned....

Medical Lab Technician I

  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago

LMC Irmo - Lab PRN Any AM/PM Consistently named best hospital, Lexington Medical Center dedicates itself to providing quality health services that meet the needs of its communities. Ranked #1 in...

Sample Prep Lab Technician - Converse Site

  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 4 days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 4 days ago

Sample Prep Lab Technician - Converse Site Spartanburg, SC, US, 29307 **_Now Hiring: Sample Prep Lab Technician!...

Medical Laboratory Technician I

  • Columbia, SC
  • 9 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 9 days ago

Job Description Summary Job Description: Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLT) support high quality laboratory testing in a clinical laboratory. MLTs prepare specimens for testing, perform routine...

Chemistry Technician III - 3rd Shift

  • Greenville, SC
  • 11 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 11 days ago

Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the worldfrom the moment of birth...

Medical Laboratory Technician, FT, Days

  • Greenville, SC
  • 11 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 11 days ago

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Job Summary Conducts or supports laboratory testing to aid in diagnosis and treatment of disease. Ensures proficiency and accuracy in all...

Quality Control Technician

  • Greenville, SC
  • 12 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 12 days ago

Looking for an opportunity to make a difference? Then you may have found your next career move. We’re looking for Quality Control Technicians, based out of Greenville, SC, to join our team and...

Medical Lab Technician II

  • West Columbia, SC
  • 12 days ago
  • West Columbia, SC
  • 12 days ago

Microbiology PRN AM Shift 0700-1530 Consistently named best hospital, Lexington Medical Center dedicates itself to providing quality health services that meet the needs of its communities. Ranked...

Job Description Summary PRN Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)/Medical Technologist (MT/CLS) needed to join our MUSC/Black River Medical Center family! Entity Medical University Hospital...

Laboratory Associate II

  • Charleston, SC
  • 15 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 15 days ago

Job Description Summary Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type PRN Cost Center CC000396 CHS - Diagnostic Microbiology (Main) Pay Rate Type Hourly...

Medical Laboratory Technician/MLT-Generalist

  • Manning, SC
  • 23 days ago
  • Manning, SC
  • 23 days ago

Select Laboratories-SC is an established reference laboratory located in Manning SC. Select Labs is actively seeking to hire a dedicated and reliable MLT to join our team. Position is full time,...

Quality Control Technician

  • Wellford, SC
  • 25 days ago
  • Wellford, SC
  • 25 days ago

Summar Description of Position The Quality Control Technician is responsiblefor inspecting and testing materials being produced and sold at any Vulcanlocation in SC. Must be able to prepare and...

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)/Medical Technologist (MT) Full Time (Florence, SC) Florence, South Carolina Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)/Medical Technologist (MT) Full Time (Florence,...

Demographic Data for South Carolina

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in South Carolina

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChemists research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Lab Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in South Carolina 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 South Carolina
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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