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How much do lab aide jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for lab aide in Kansas is $16.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.08 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a lab aide?

Lab aides are support staff who assist in laboratories by preparing materials, cleaning equipment, maintaining inventories, and sometimes helping with basic experiments or data entry. They work under the supervision of scientists, lab technicians, or instructors to ensure that the laboratory remains organized and safe. Lab aides play a crucial role in keeping daily operations running smoothly, allowing researchers and students to focus on more complex tasks.

What are the typical responsibilities of a lab aide?

Lab Aides play a crucial support role by assisting with routine tasks such as preparing equipment, cleaning glassware, maintaining supplies, and sometimes recording basic data. They help ensure that the laboratory runs smoothly and efficiently, allowing scientists and technicians to focus on more specialized tasks. This role often involves collaborating closely with lab staff, following strict safety protocols, and being adaptable to changing priorities. By maintaining an organized and well-stocked environment, Lab Aides significantly contribute to the productivity and safety of the entire laboratory team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lab aide?

To thrive as a Lab Aide, you need a solid understanding of laboratory procedures, attention to detail, and at least a high school diploma or equivalent, with additional coursework in science being advantageous. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, data entry systems, and basic safety protocols is typically required. Strong organization, teamwork, and communication skills help a Lab Aide efficiently support researchers and maintain a safe work environment. These competencies ensure accurate results, compliance with safety standards, and smooth lab operations.

What is the difference between Lab Aide vs Laboratory Technician?

AspectLab AideLaboratory Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalentPost-secondary education, often a certificate or associate degree
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, research labsMedical labs, research facilities, hospitals
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with sample collection, preparing specimens, cleaning equipmentPerforming tests, analyzing samples, maintaining lab equipment

While both roles support laboratory operations, Lab Aides typically handle basic tasks and sample preparation, requiring minimal formal education. Laboratory Technicians perform more complex testing and analysis, often requiring specialized training or certification. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

How do I become a lab aide?

To become a lab aide, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and may be required to complete relevant coursework in biology or chemistry. Some positions prefer prior experience or training in laboratory procedures, and strong attention to detail and basic computer skills are often necessary. Certification is not usually mandatory but can enhance job prospects.

What are the most commonly searched types of Lab jobs in Kansas?

The most popular types of Lab jobs in Kansas are:

What cities in Kansas are hiring for Lab Aide jobs?

Cities in Kansas with the most Lab Aide job openings:

Infographic showing various Lab Aide job openings in Kansas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,347 per year, or $16 per hour.

SRC Tutor I, Nursing

Overland Park, KS • On-site

$16.68 - $21.23/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 11 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Tutor students in lower-level biology courses through various modalities, including online and in-person sessions.

  • Refer students to appropriate resources within and outside the resource center, with guidance from supervisors.

  • Assist with daily activities of the resource center, including front desk coverage, maintaining a clean and organized space, and troubleshooting computer issues.


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Job description

SRC Tutor I, Nursing

Apply now Back to search results Job no: 497701
Work type: Part-time Temporary
Location: Overland Park Main Campus
Categories: Tutors and Lab Aides

Position: Tutor I, Nursing

Department: Academic Affairs

Type of Position: Part-time Temporary

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule, Hours per week: Varies depending on department needs, 12 hours per week

Opportunity for hybrid schedule: No

Starting Salary Range: $16.68-$21.23 and determined based on relevant years of work experience provided on application and resume.

Position Summary: Tutor students through a variety of modalities and methods, refer students to other relevant resources, and assist with daily activities in the relevant resource center for Johnson County Community College (JCCC).

Required Qualifications:

  • Requires basic skill set and proficiency.
  • Conducts work assignments as directed.
  • Closely supervised with little latitude for independent judgment.
  • Successful completion of the Registered Nursing program.

Position Details: Job duties include but are not limited to:

  • Tutor students through drop-in, by-appointment, and/or semester-long tutoring (online and/or in-person) lower-level biology courses by helping students understand concepts clearly with the use of anatomical models and online resources and providing guidance with lab techniques including the use of microscope.
  • Refer students to appropriate resources within the relevant resource center and larger Academic Resource Center. 
  • Refer students to appropriate resources outside the relevant resource center/Academic Resource Center with consultation/direction from the relevant supervisor.
  • Maintain accurate and detailed records, adhering to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and keeping appropriate staff updated on student progress and problems.
  • Assist in the daily activities of the center, cover the front desk and checkout resources when needed , ensure students are checked in/out, help maintain a positive, clean, and organized center space and make sure students follow the policies of the center. 
  • Assist students with computer systems/software and help students troubleshoot computer problems as they impact tutoring operations. 
  • Use the appropriate scheduling system to manage and maintain tutoring schedules. 
  • Participate in mandatory center training and other campus-wide training opportunities as appropriate. 
  • Follow good work ethics by reporting on time at the center and staying the whole time according to the schedule and reporting absences in advance if possible; if not, in a timely manner so that alternate arrangements can be made .

*Other duties as assigned.

To be considered for this position we will require an application and unofficial transcripts.

Benefits Category

For Parttime partial is employees who have a more flexible schedule working less than 630 hours a year

  • Tuition discount for JCCC courses
  • More flexibility on scheduling

Additional Incentives:

  • Free access to the Gym on campus for all employees and dependents
  • Discount to the Hiersteiner Child Development Center
  • Snow days
  • Professional development funding and training opportunities
  • Mentorship program
  • Recognition and awards programs
  • Employee wellness programs

About JCCC:

Established in 1969, Johnson County Community College is dedicated to transforming lives and strengthening communities through learning. Located in Overland Park, Kansas, JCCC has enjoyed a national reputation for educational excellence and student success for more than 50 years. That's five decades dedicated to smaller class sizes, more resources and a thriving campus culture - not to mention our competitive tuition rates and extracurricular experiences that transcend the norm.

Mission: JCCC inspires learning to transform lives and strengthen communities.

Vision: JCCC will be an innovative leader in equitable student access, learning and success

Equal Employment Opportunity:

JCCC is an equal opportunity employer and equal access institution. JCCC does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, religion, marital status, parental status, military status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other factors that cannot be lawfully considered in its programs and activities, which includes employment and admissions, in accordance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Executive Order 11246, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, the Jobs for Veterans Act of 2002, the Kansas Acts Against Discrimination and all other applicable civil rights and nondiscrimination laws.

Inquiries concerning JCCC's compliance with its nondiscrimination policies (including Title IX, Title VI and Section 504 inquiries) may be referred to a Title IX Coordinator (TitleIX@jccc.edu), or Director of Human Resources, or the Dean of Students and Learner Engagement at Johnson County Community College, 12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS 66210, 913-469-8500; or to Office for Civil Rights, Kansas City Office, U.S. Department of Education, One Petticoat Lane, 1010 Walnut Street, Suite 320, Kansas City, MO 64106, Telephone: 816-268-0550, Facsimile: 816-268-0559, Email to: OCR.KansasCity@ed.gov.

Disclosure: 

If you need any assistance throughout the search process, please reach out to the HR@jccc.edu. In accordance with the college policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. Individual hiring departments at JCCC may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions as part of the applicant selection/hiring process. Many departments require those selected for hire to submit a certified transcript for all degrees obtained. For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to apply prior to the review date listed in posting.

Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity, may be added, deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing. Scheduling, shift assignments and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity.

If you are an applicant requesting assistance or a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 913-469-3877, or email HR@jccc.edu.

Advertised: 03 Dec 2025 Central Standard Time
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