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Lab Automation Technician Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Automation Technician

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$18.40 - $25.30/hr

Pay Range: $18.40 - $25.30 Automation Technician We are looking for an Automation Technician to ... Adhere to lab protocols, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and regulatory and safety guidelines

Automation Technician

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$18.40 - $25.30/hr

Pay Range: $18.40 - $25.30 Automation Technician We are looking for an Automation Technician to ... Adhere to lab protocols, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and regulatory and safety guidelines

How You'll Make an Impact As an Automation Technician , you'll be at the forefront of our ... Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided * Use of computers and ...

Automation Technician

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Keep the lab, workshop, and assembly areas organized and clean. Required * Technical degree, or equivalent hands‑on experience in automation, mechatronics, or industrial maintenance. * Strong ...

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Automation Technician

Franklin, WI · On-site

$39K/yr

How You'll Make an Impact As an Automation Technician , you'll be at the forefront of our ... Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided * Use of computers and ...

Automation Technician

Franklin, WI · On-site

$39K/yr

How You'll Make an Impact As an Automation Technician , you'll be at the forefront of our ... Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided * Use of computers and ...

Automation technician

Groton, CT · On-site

$41K/yr

The Automation Support Lab Tech will provides equipment and automation support for the Primary Pharmacology Group, which in turn supports plate-based in vitro screening for over 50 research projects.

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How much do lab automation technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for lab automation technician in the United States is $22.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Lab Automation Technician vs Laboratory Technician?

AspectLab Automation TechnicianLaboratory Technician
CredentialsAssociate's degree or certification in lab automation or related fieldAssociate's degree or certification in laboratory sciences
Work EnvironmentOperate and maintain automated lab equipment in research or clinical labsPerform manual tests and sample processing in various lab settings
Industry UsageUsed in biotech, pharmaceutical, and clinical labs with automation systemsCommon across medical, research, and industrial labs

Lab Automation Technicians focus on maintaining and operating automated systems, while Laboratory Technicians perform manual testing and sample analysis. Both roles are essential in modern labs, but they differ mainly in their technical focus and daily tasks.

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Lab Automation Support Technician

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Labcorp
Scientific Research and Development Services • 10K+ employees

$30.60 - $40.32/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago


Labcorp rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 1,163 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

93rd of 121 rated laboratories


Job description

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world's most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you'll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people's health around the world. Together, we're improving health and improving lives.
Labcorp is seeking a Lab Automation Support Technician to join its Invitae Genetics Production Support Engineering team in San Francisco, CA.
Work Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm Pacific Time. Training will be 1st shift, Monday - Friday 9am - 5:30pm for the first 3 months.
Address: 1400 16th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
Job Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for the general health of instrumentation at Invitae through instrument calibration, installation, testing, and maintenance
  • Act as the key point of contact between the equipment vendors and the Invitae clinical laboratory
  • Carry out preventive maintenance tasks and performance testing on production instruments
  • Troubleshoot and repair ancillary laboratory instruments (ex: sequencers, genetic analyzers, spectrophotometers, thermal cyclers), triage emergent errors and escalate issues to subject matter experts as needed
  • Support lab staff by responding to work requests and offering assistance promptly
  • Support commissioning, validating (IQ/OQ/PQ) and testing of new instrumentation
  • Document all repairs, maintenance activities and equipment qualifications
  • Maintain an inventory of equipment, tools and supplies
  • Complete and maintain technical documentation
  • Monitor and maintain cold storage for the site
  • Coordinate with vendors to schedule PMs, request support, and request quotes for instrumentation, parts and service
  • Train new team members and ensure their competency. May coach and mentor junior or new team members, offering guidance to team members who are developing skills
  • Create and revise SOPs and training resources

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Engineering or related field
  • 1 or more years of experience in a high complexity lab environment as an operator, lab technician, lab assistant, accessioner, or lab equipment support role

Preferred Qualifications:
  • 1 or more years experience working in a high sample volume FDA, ISO 13485/15189, GMP, GLP and/or CAP/CLIA certified laboratory
  • 1 or more years experience working in a clinical genetics laboratory
  • 1 or more years experience in providing equipment support and communicating with vendors
  • 1 or more years experience with NGS (next generation sequencing) technologies

Additional Job Standards:
  • Troubleshooting skills, quality mindset, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong organizational skills, as well as written and verbal communication skills
  • Desire to learn and support special improvement projects
  • A customer service attitude and a personality that allows you to derive personal satisfaction from helping others
  • Ability to work full-time schedule, with the flexibility to support the lab on either an early or evening shift, that may take place on weekends
  • Cross-functional collaboration with automation and assay development teams as well as quality and production
  • Equipment operation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting
  • Ability to work under pressure, especially with time and resource constraints
  • Ability to communicate using technical language and develop a technical vocabulary
  • Able to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Some travel for those who require vendor training (Reno, Boston, Bay Area)

**Pay Range: $30.60-$40.32/hour
All job offers will be based on a candidate's skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data.
Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information, please click here.
Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.
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