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Lab Manager Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Under the direction of the Lab Manager, you will work with blood, tissues, body fluids, and exudates using multiple laboratory disciplines-including chemistry, immunology, hematology, urinalysis ...

MLT - Evening

Delta, CO · On-site

$25.22 - $36.45/hr

Under the direction of the Lab Manager, you will work with blood, tissues, body fluids, and exudates using multiple laboratory disciplines-including chemistry, immunology, hematology, urinalysis ...

Lab Technician

Wheat Ridge, CO · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

Insight from the hiring manager: "for this temp position, I am looking for someone who has direct clinical reference lab experience. Ideally the candidate will have experience analyzing patient ...

Lab Technician (TNF)

Denver, CO · On-site

$30.24 - $37.80/hr

Assigned by Lab Management in maintaining and calibrating select test equipment and related records; files test reports and specimen cards; files physical inventory of samples and other products ...

Lab Technician (TNF)

Denver, CO · On-site

$30.24 - $37.80/hr

Assigned by Lab Management in maintaining and calibrating select test equipment and related records; files test reports and specimen cards; files physical inventory of samples and other products ...

Track and manage lab inventory * Ensure test equipment is operating optimally * Change out test set ups * Swap equipment that needs repair * Swap devices under test * Maintain clean, organized, and ...

PHY Lab Technician

Fort Collins, CO · On-site

$25.34 - $35.48/hr

Track and manage lab inventory * Ensure test equipment is operating optimally * Change out test set ups * Swap equipment that needs repair * Swap devices under test * Maintain clean, organized, and ...

Simulation Assistant

Denver, CO · On-site

$19.29/hr

Simulation Assistants (SAs) work under the supervision of the Simulation Lab Manager to enact a simulation script provided by faculty during student simulation activities. Candidates that are under ...

Simulation Assistant

Denver, CO · On-site

$19.29/hr

Simulation Assistants (SAs) work under the supervision of the Simulation Lab Manager to enact a simulation script provided by faculty during student simulation activities. Candidates that are under ...

Lab & Safety Manager

Boulder, CO · On-site

$125K - $165K/yr

The Lab & Safety Manager oversees the daily operations of a high-performance physics research facility, ensuring a safe, organized, and efficient environment. This role is the operational backbone of ...

Lab & Safety Manager

Boulder, CO · On-site

$125K - $165K/yr

The Lab & Safety Manager oversees the daily operations of a high-performance physics research facility, ensuring a safe, organized, and efficient environment. This role is the operational backbone of ...

The Lab & Safety Manager oversees the daily operations of a high-performance physics research facility, ensuring a safe, organized, and efficient environment. This role is the operational backbone of ...

Lab Technician

Rifle, CO

$18.50 - $24.50/hr

Lab Technician I-III Company: American Cementing LLC Website: About Us Our cementing services range from well construction to remediation and ensure wellbore integrity that lasts throughout the life ...

Lab Technician

Rifle, CO · On-site

$18.50 - $24.50/hr

Lab Technician I-III Company: American Cementing LLC Website: About Us Our cementing services range from well construction to remediation and ensure wellbore integrity that lasts throughout the life ...

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How much do lab manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for lab manager in Colorado is $96,698.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,600.00 and $116,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Lab Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lab Manager, you need expertise in laboratory procedures, safety protocols, and scientific analysis, typically supported by a degree in a relevant science field and prior lab experience. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), inventory software, and regulatory compliance certifications such as OSHA or CLIA is often required. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills help manage teams, coordinate projects, and ensure accurate reporting. These abilities are vital for maintaining efficient lab operations, regulatory compliance, and a safe, collaborative work environment.

What does a Lab Manager do?

A Lab Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a laboratory. Their duties typically include supervising staff, ensuring safety protocols are followed, managing inventory and ordering supplies, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Lab Managers also coordinate experiments and research activities, and may handle budgeting and administrative tasks. Their role is crucial in ensuring the lab runs efficiently and safely.

What are some common challenges faced by Lab Managers when overseeing a diverse research team?

Lab Managers often encounter challenges related to coordinating schedules, managing conflicting priorities among researchers, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Balancing administrative duties with hands-on support requires strong organizational skills and adaptability, especially when unexpected issues arise, such as equipment malfunctions or supply shortages. Effective communication is key to fostering collaboration and maintaining a productive work environment, as Lab Managers frequently serve as the bridge between researchers, technicians, and external vendors.

What is the difference between Lab Manager vs Laboratory Technician?

AspectLab ManagerLaboratory Technician
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant science, often with management experienceAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in a science or related field
Work EnvironmentOversees lab operations, manages staff, and ensures compliancePerforms routine tests, prepares samples, and maintains lab equipment
ResponsibilitiesSupervises staff, manages budgets, and coordinates projectsConducts experiments, records data, and maintains lab safety

The main difference between a Lab Manager and a Laboratory Technician lies in their responsibilities and level of oversight. Lab Managers focus on managing lab operations, staff, and compliance, while Laboratory Technicians handle hands-on testing and sample preparation. Both roles require relevant scientific credentials, but Lab Managers typically have more experience and managerial skills.

What are the most commonly searched types of Lab jobs in Colorado? The most popular types of Lab jobs in Colorado are:
What cities in Colorado are hiring for Lab Manager jobs? Cities in Colorado with the most Lab Manager job openings:
Infographic showing various Lab Manager job openings in Colorado as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,698 per year, or $46.5 per hour.
Construction Materials Laboratory Technician 2

Construction Materials Laboratory Technician 2

Atlas

Lakewood, CO • On-site

$26 - $32/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago


Atlas Technical Consultants rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

123rd of 352 rated engineering


Job description

About Atlas
Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone's responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.
Job Description
At Atlas, we're providing services that enable communities to flourish and thrive, and if you're a CMT Lab Technician committed to doing meaningful work, then this is your moment. You'll test materials to determine the physical properties of construction materials, including: Aggregate, Concrete, Soil and Asphalt Mixtures. Construction Materials Laboratory Technicians will travel to the Lakewood lab and perform testing for producers, contractors, developers and/or owners for the materials they are using in their construction. Join a dynamic, value-driven, client- and community-focused environment where your work creates a lasting positive impact for the people and communities we serve.
Core Responsibilities
  • Laboratory Technicians are expected to pass necessary certifications to perform work to industry standards. Weekend work and overtime hours are scheduled as needed, with the ability to schedule around personal obligations.
  • As the Level II Laboratory Technician, responsibilities will include the supervision of daily testing activities in the lab, answering junior staff's technical questions related to materials testing, and working directly with the Lab Manager to schedule testing and assign tasks to lab staff.

You'll thrive here if you have
  • Minimum two years of experience in materials testing or transportation industry.
  • A science background is preferred, or as a minimum good math skill.
  • Ability to lift 50lbs.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word will be helpful.
  • Current materials testing certifications are a plus, but training and certification enrollment is provided.
  • Knowledge of CDOT, FAA, COE, ASTM, and AASHTO procedures and specifications will be useful.
  • Timeliness and communication skills are required for this position. Self-starter and Can-do attitude are desirable traits.

What you can expect from us
The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:
  • Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
  • Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave
  • Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
  • Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
  • Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our 'quality of life' core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
  • Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
  • Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
  • Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.
  • Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.
  • Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.
  • Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.
  • Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job
  • Career Level: Associate
  • Employment Type: Full-time
  • Compensation: $26 - $32 hourly rate
    The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the state's law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

EEO Statement
Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Notice to Third Party Agencies
Please note that Atlas Technical Consultants does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Atlas will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Atlas explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Atlas.
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