Lab Technician Jobs in Houston, TX

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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Summer Laboratory Technician - Eurofins Environment Testing - Stafford, TX

  • Stafford, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Stafford, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 4 hours ago

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...

Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Sugar Land, TX (18 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Sugar Land, TX (18 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 17 hours ago

Technician) Required Licensure and Certifications California: MLT:CA Nevada: MLT:NV North Dakota: MLT-L:ND Tennessee: MLT-L:TN or MLT (ASCP) or equivalent certification (per requirement sheet) GA:...

Laboratory Technician

  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 17 hours ago

This temporary position supports the DNA Production team and is intended to cover short-term employee leaves. Candidates must be able to work on-site in a lab environment and perform tasks that...

Laboratory Technician - Pasadena, TX

  • Pasadena, TX (10 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pasadena, TX (10 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago

A WORLD LEADER IN TESTING, INSPECTION & CERTIFICATION SERVICES Bureau Veritas offers dynamic, exciting employment opportunities with an attractive salary/benefit package and an opportunity to play...

Quality Control Technician

  • Sugar Land, TX (18 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sugar Land, TX (18 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago

The Lab Technician is responsible for testing whether or not product meets all internal and customer specifications....

Quality Control Technician

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago

Performs complex calculations and additional analyses on test results to determine if product is within proper boundaries; provides direction to other lab technicians when required....

NDE Quality Control Technician

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago

Job #: 307553 Title: NDE Quality Control Technician Location: Houston, TX Salary Range: 20.00 Position: Quality Contol Technician Description: Job Title: Quality Control NDE Technician Job...

Quality Control Technician

  • Katy, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Katy, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 7 days ago

Are you ready to step into a hands-on role where quality and precision matter? Staffmark is hiring a Quality Control Technician in Katy, TX with a leading glass manufacturer. If you're...

Chemical Technician I

  • Houston, TX
  • 11 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 11 days ago

Chemical Technician I Experis - 3.3 Houston, TX Job Details Contract $23.31 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible...

Laboratory Technician

  • Houston, TX
  • 12 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 12 days ago

Laboratory Technician Kelly Science & Clinical seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician to join our team. The Laboratory Technician will conduct laboratory experiments and analytical testing,...

Laboratory Technician

  • Houston, TX
  • 12 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 12 days ago

Laboratory Technician Kelly Science & Clinical seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician to join our team. The Laboratory Technician will conduct laboratory experiments and analytical testing,...

Laboratory Technician

  • Pasadena, TX (10 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Pasadena, TX (10 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 14 days ago

Job Description: - Maintain a safe and efficient work area at all times - Set up, operate and maintain laboratory instruments - Perform simple laboratory analyses including the use of pH meter,...

Chemical Technician I

  • Houston, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 14 days ago

Chemical Technician I Job Description Job Title: Chemical Technician Location: Houston, TX, 77064 Shift: 8 am- 5 pm Duration: 12 months Responsibilities: Working with hydrocarbon-based chemistry,...

Laboratory Systems Integration Specialist / Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 23 days ago
  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 23 days ago

This role will require the ability to speak fluently with lab technicians and lab vendors from medical oncology practices to understand their current environments, lab tests, operations and lab codes...

Medical Laboratory Technician-Flex/Evening Shift- Ben Taub

  • Houston, TX
  • 26 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 26 days ago

Harris Health System is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions...

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Salary for Lab Technician Jobs in Houston, TX

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Lab Technicians in Houston, TX 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 Houston, TX
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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