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Chemical Science Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Laboratory Technician / Chemical

Detroit, MI · On-site

$19 - $23.75/hr

... related science * Valid Michigan Driver's License Responsibilities: * Collect field samples of ... chemical, microbiological, toxicological, and physical analyses that include reagent and media ...

Deep knowledge of life science including cells, genetics, and ecosystems, earth science including plate tectonics, weather, and space, physical science including forces, energy, and chemical ...

Deep knowledge of life science including cells, genetics, and ecosystems, earth science including plate tectonics, weather, and space, physical science including forces, energy, and chemical ...

Deep knowledge of life science including cells, genetics, and ecosystems, earth science including plate tectonics, weather, and space, physical science including forces, energy, and chemical ...

Headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Cayman Chemical Company supplies scientists worldwide with the resources necessary for advancing human and animal health. We offer a vast product catalog that is ...

Lead, Medical Technologist I

Yale, MI · On-site

$66K - $89K/yr

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or in a related Biological/Chemical Science from an accredited college or university. Licensure, Registration and/or Certification: Must have passed national ...

Bachelor's degree in a biological or chemical science field preferred. With 2 years' work experience in Biotechnology or Health Care industries is preferred. Other Skills and Abilities · Proficiency ...

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How much do chemical science jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for chemical science in Michigan is $20.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.78 and $22.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Chemical Science vs Chemical Technician?

AspectChemical ScienceChemical Technician
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in Chemistry or related fieldAssociate's degree or diploma in Chemistry or Chemical Technology
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, universities, industry R&DManufacturing plants, laboratories, quality control
Employer & Industry UsageAcademic, research institutions, industry research divisionsIndustrial production, quality assurance, process support

Chemical Science professionals typically hold a bachelor's degree and focus on research, development, and analysis in labs or academia. Chemical Technicians usually have an associate's degree and support manufacturing, testing, and quality control processes. Both roles are essential in the chemical industry but differ in education level, work environment, and job responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Chemical Science job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 77% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,647 per year, or $20 per hour.

Laboratory Technician / Chemical

Zobility

Detroit, MI • On-site

$19 - $23.75/hr

Other

Posted 20 days ago


Job description

Job Location:9300 W Jefferson Ave Detroit MI 48226

Position Type: contract( 6-12 months) with potential to be hired direct

Pay Rate $ 26/hr on w2 with benefits


Working schedule - 2-2-3 working structure - (2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off

Rotating shifts every 4 months (Day --> Night, or Night to Day)

Contract position for 6-12 months. There is potential to be hired direct

4 months on days (7:00 AM to 7:30 PM) and 4 months on nights (7:00 PM to 7:30 AM).


Requirements:

  • Associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in chemistry, engineering, or related science
  • Valid Michigan Driver's License

Responsibilities:

  • Collect field samples of wastewater, sludge, polymer, etc. from various process areas of the Plant and the outfall, and perform chemical, microbiological, toxicological, and physical analyses that include reagent and media preparation, instrument operation, calibration, maintenance checks, and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC)
  • Become knowledgeable in laboratory analyses and treatment processes.
  • Become proficient in training new hires in process analyses and sampling.
  • Contribute to the record-keeping and reporting of laboratory data, regulatory reporting, operations reports, plant meetings, etc.
  • Validate accurate readings from monitoring equipment, maintain analyzers and perform analyzer reagent change/replenishment.
  • Work Night and Day shifts as assigned.
  • Work in an industrial setting supporting 24-hour operations.
  • Support a large team where needed with a high degree of flexibility.
  • Precisely and diligently follow complex procedures and guidelines.
  • Work overtime if needed to achieve compliance and support operations.
  • Communicate frequently with team members and other units across the organization about the process, equipment, or potential problems.

Physical Requirements:

  • This position requires the ability to climb, bend, twist, carry, stack, push, pull and other efforts requiring considerable physical strength.
  • This position also requires the ability to lift a minimum of fifty (50) pounds, walk, stand, or work for long periods of time, demonstrate normal color perception, hear audible alarms, detect abnormal equipment sounds, visually inspect equipment and processes at any time of the day or night.