7,211 Lab technician jobs in United States
- 30d+
- Electrical Test Lab Supervisor TechnicianSMT Corp.Sandy Hook, CT$27.00 - $35.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply30d+
- Engineering Lab Technician
G&G Industrial LightingClifton Park, NY$60K - $80K (Employer est.)Easy Apply30d+ - 30d+
- Medical Lab Technician (MLT)/ MT (DAY SHIFT) $15,000 Incentive
Pomerene Hospital3.3 ★Millersburg, OH$31K - $44K (Glassdoor est.)Easy Apply30d+ - Lab Technician MLT MT or MLS
Coffey Health System2.3 ★Burlington, KS$21.00 - $38.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply30d+ - 30d+
- 30d+
- Medical Laboratory Technician
Bibb Medical Center3.4 ★Centreville, AL$42K - $58K (Glassdoor est.)Easy Apply30d+ - 30d+
- Laboratory TechnicianWaters Agricultural Laboratories, Inc.Owensboro, KY$15.00 - $18.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply30d+
- 3d
- 30d+
- MLT (Medical Laboratory Technician)
Samaritan Health Services3.6 ★Lincoln City, OR$27.88 - $40.95 Per Hour (Employer est.)30d+ - Medical Laboratory TechnicianMercy Hospital Inc.Moundridge, KS$20.40 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply17d
- Medical Technologist (MT)/Medical Lab Technician (MLT) Nights
Salem Township Hospital4.6 ★Salem, IL$20.00 - $28.20 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply30d+ - Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP)
Amer Technology, Inc4.5 ★Mason City, IA$35.00 - $40.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply30d+ - Dental Lab TechnicianHodgin Dental Lab, Inc.Visalia, CA$16.00 - $30.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply30d+
- Medical Laboratory Technologist / Technician
The Richland Hospital, Inc.2.4 ★Richland Center, WI$42K - $58K (Glassdoor est.)Easy Apply16d - Medical Laboratory TechnicianRussell County HospitalRussell Springs, KY$18.00 - $33.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply23d
Job Outlook for Lab Technician
Powered by Glassdoor Economic ResearchLaboratory technicians work in teams to advance the frontiers of science by collecting and analyzing information to answer questions. Their role includes contributing to research projects and collaborating with other research assistants. A doctoral degree or a master’s degree is required. Demand is especially high in some fields such as bioinformatics and epidemiology. Laboratory technicians can increase the competitiveness of their applications by working for an established senior laboratory scientist.
Frequently asked questions
If you're looking for a new lab technician job, check out the wealth of opportunities from diverse companies on Glassdoor. With openings for staff laboratory technicians, research lab techs, college lab technicians, computer lab professionals, and more, it's never been easier to find the perfect lab technician role.
Look for graduate, junior, and assistant positions if you're new to your lab tech career. If you're already well-established in the lab specialist profession, how about senior lab technician jobs? Wishing to progress even further in your career? Supervisory or management positions could be just what you're looking for.
You can base your search on your lab experience or education, such as clinical, dental, pharmaceutical, or pathology lab technician jobs. Or, look for vacancies that suit your availability, such as part-time or temporary opportunities.
When you find a position that ticks all your boxes, plan ahead for your interview using typical lab technician interview questions and answers.
From applying for open positions to discussing your pay expectations, it's important to know what a reasonable salary actually is for a lab tech. These tips can assist you in getting a well-paid position:
- Find out lab technician salary norms in your area, as the average pay can vary between cities and states.
- Account for your level of experience as a lab technician during salary talks. Compare lab tech salaries by seniority level with the pay trajectory on Glassdoor's lab technician career page.
- Showcase particularly in-demand laboratory technician skills, such as college and advanced education, IT proficiency, excellent team-working and communication skills, membership of professional bodies, and specialized certifications like MLT or MLS.
Look out for additional benefits employers offer for lab technicians alongside a good salary. For example, your total pay might include all or any of the following:
- Job training and professional development
- Funding for further education
- Maternity, paternity, and family medical leave
- Sick days and paid vacations
- Unpaid extended leave
- Flexible or reduced hours
- Retirement and 401(k) plans
- Health, life, vision, dental, occupational accident, and disability insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Legal assistance
Good job perks are particularly common if you work for a large company such as Eurofins Scientific, BASF, or Labcorp.