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Frontage Laboratories

Associate Scientist

Exton, PA · On-site

Associate Director, Core lab of Cell-based assay Full-time Frontage Laboratories Inc. is an award winning, full-service, CRO/Contract Research Organization operating over 25 state-of-the-art ...

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How much do lab associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for lab associate in Darby, PA is $21.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $23.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Lab Associate, you need a solid understanding of laboratory procedures, attention to detail, and typically a degree in a science-related field. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), standard lab equipment, and relevant safety certifications is often required. Strong organizational skills, teamwork, and effective communication set outstanding candidates apart in this role. These skills ensure accurate data collection, safe lab practices, and efficient support for scientific research or clinical testing.

What is a lab associate?

Lab Associates are professionals who assist in the daily operations of laboratories by performing tasks such as preparing samples, conducting basic experiments, maintaining equipment, and recording data. They typically work under the supervision of scientists or lab managers and help ensure that laboratory procedures are followed safely and accurately. Lab Associates play a crucial role in supporting research and development, quality control, or diagnostic testing in fields like healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and academia. Their responsibilities may vary depending on the specific lab setting and industry.

What is the difference between Lab Associate vs Laboratory Technician?

AspectLab AssociateLaboratory Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or associate degree; certifications varyAssociate degree or relevant certification; similar educational background
Work EnvironmentHospitals, research labs, clinicsMedical labs, research facilities, industrial labs
Job ResponsibilitiesSample collection, data entry, basic testingPerforming tests, maintaining equipment, recording results
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare, research, biotechMedical, industrial, research sectors

Both Lab Associates and Laboratory Technicians work in similar environments and often share educational requirements. The main difference lies in specific job duties, with Laboratory Technicians typically performing more complex tests and equipment maintenance. Understanding these distinctions can help job seekers identify the right role for their skills and career goals.

What are some typical challenges a lab associate might face during day-to-day work, and how can they be addressed?

Lab Associates often encounter challenges such as managing multiple experiments simultaneously, ensuring precise documentation, and maintaining equipment. Staying organized by keeping detailed lab notes and using lab management software can help streamline workflow. Clear communication with team members and supervisors is vital to address any issues promptly and maintain a safe, efficient laboratory environment. Regularly scheduled equipment checks and proactive troubleshooting also contribute to smoother operations.
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Infographic showing various Lab Associate job openings in Darby, PA as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 33% Full Time, 58% Part Time, 7% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,958 per year, or $21.1 per hour.

Surfacing Lab Technician (P)_MFG

Versant Health

Newtown Square, PA • On-site

$17.80/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

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Job description

Technician, Surfacing Lab (P)
Wednesday - Saturday, 5pm - 3:30am
Hourly Rate: $17.80
SEE how you can make a difference! Be part of an innovative company that cares about its associates and helps members enjoy the wonders of sight through healthy eyes and vision.
Versant Health provides vision care to 37 million members nationwide! To ensure your continued success we provide opportunities for advancement and development. Our associates remain engaged through a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes health and dental insurance, tuition reimbursements, 401(k) with company match, pet insurance and FREE vision insurance for you and your family.
Scope and Purpose of Position
The purpose of this position is to fine, polish, manually apply a lens block to the lens front and apply lens coating according to work instructions
Essential Functions
  • Powers up equipment and performs equipment validation process.
  • Operates multiple fining and polishing machines simultaneously.
  • Fines lens for predetermined amount of time according to lens material.
  • Verifies the polish temperature.
  • Loads the blocks in the blocking stations and ensures the blocks are flush with the plate.
  • Releases alloy onto lens, monitor process, block and place both blocked lenses back into appropriate tray for further processing.
  • Loads two lenses at a time into machine to complete automatic cleaning for coating process.
  • Removes lenses from machine and dry front of lens. Review for imperfections and places lenses in the tray.
  • Monitors auto-blocker and troubleshoot machine errors.
  • Picks up alloy, blocks and work from polishing stations as needed.
  • Initials the surface equipment verification log to confirm machine validation.
  • May rotate among other functions within the department.
  • Practice and comply with all requirements of our Quality Management System (QMS), prescribed safety and hazardous materials handling procedures, and Federal/State laws regulating hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal

Education & Experience
  • High Diploma or GED preferred.
  • Minimum 1 year of related manufacturing experience preferred.

Competencies
  • Must be able to read English to understand written procedures, hazardous warning, etc.
  • Basic addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
  • Ability to think logically in following procedures and instructions
  • General problem solving abilities
  • Ability to work varying schedules to include nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to stand, use hands and fingers to handle, feel, pick or pinch, and talk or hear most of the time. The associate is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The associate must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The noise level in this location is moderate (use of computers, printers and machines).

HIPAA & Security Requirements
All Associates must comply with the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as it pertains to disclosures of protected health information (PHI) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and HIPAA Privacy Policies and Procedures. As a component of job roles and responsibilities, Associates may have access to covered information, cardholder data or other confidential customer information which must be protected at all times. As a result, Associates must explicitly adhere to all data security guidelines established within the Company's Privacy & Security Training Program.
We take pride in our recruiting process and follow a merit-based employee recruitment practice with extensive screening steps. We will never request money from candidates who seek employment with us and will never ask for any payment as part of the recruitment process.
We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious beliefs, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, status as a protected veteran or disabled veteran, physical or mental disability or history of disability, genetic information, marital status, or any and all other categories protected by under applicable Federal, state or local law.
This policy extends to all associates and to all aspects of the employment relationship. Any associate who violates this policy will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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