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As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for northwestern lab assistant in the United States is $20.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Northwestern Lab Assistant vs Northwestern Research Technician?

AspectNorthwestern Lab AssistantNorthwestern Research Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require an associate degreeAssociate degree or higher in a relevant science field; some roles may require certification
Work EnvironmentLaboratory settings, assisting with experiments and sample handlingLaboratory and research settings, conducting experiments and data collection
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in academic, medical, and research institutions for support rolesCommon in research labs, universities, and biotech companies for technical research support

Northwestern Lab Assistants typically perform supportive tasks in labs with minimal technical responsibilities, while Northwestern Research Technicians handle more complex experiments and data analysis. Both roles are essential in research environments but differ in required credentials and scope of work.

Lab Assistant - Shilatifard lab

Lab Assistant - Shilatifard lab

Northwestern University

Evanston, IL • On-site

$10/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Northwestern University rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

94th of 534 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Department: MED-Biochem&Molecular Genetics
Salary/Grade: NEX/10
Target hiring range for this position will be between $18.42-$23.02 per hour. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
Job Summary:
The Lab Assistant is responsible for a) daily management of physical resources (eg., inventory, supplies, equipment),
b) monitoring lab practices and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory (government and university) requirements and technical updates (eg., safety, biohazard waste disposal, training), c) maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory interfaces, d) assisting with data mining, e) providing miscellaneous assistance to PI (or designee) on an ad hoc basis/as requested.
*Note: Not all aspects of the job are covered by this job description
Specific Responsibilities:
Inventory
  • Take inventory and stock hallway, storage and break rooms.
  • Receive and distribute mail/packages to the correct lab group.
Lab instruments/equipment
  • Troubleshooting/maintenance
  • Coordinate instrument movement/installation/training
  • Work with instrument vendors and establish service contracts for all instruments
Shipping
  • Generate Fedex labels and coordinate shipping details
Communications/emails
  • Establish work relationship with vendors
  • Follow up on outstanding orders
  • Obtain quotes from vendors for reagents
General
  • Assist w/new lab/department member onboarding/contact person
  • Assist w/coordinating with IT for new employees or tech issues
  • Assist w/department printer troubleshooting
Lab Safety
  • Coordinate annual safety inspections
  • Coordinate annual lab member safety trainings
  • Coordinate Biohazardous waste disposal
  • Coordinate completion of eIBC form
Miscellaneous
Performed other duties
Minimum Qualifications: (Education, experience, and any other certifications or clearances)
  • Some experience working in a laboratory or administrative medical office setting
Benefits:
At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.
Work-Life and Wellness:
Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life's challenges and opportunities and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.
We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more.
Professional Growth & Development:
Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you're interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html to learn more
Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement . Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process .
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