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Lab Technician

Madison Heights, MI · On-site

$58K/yr

Yes N/A Type Temporary Pay Rate USD 22.00 /hr - USD 28.00 /hr Interview? Yes N/A Client Henkel Bill ... Lab Technician CWR Type: W-2 Reason: Overload Qualifications: BS Engineering, Chemistry, or related ...

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Lab Technician

Malvern, PA · On-site

$47K - $54K/yr

The Lab Technician will perform hands-on testing, analysis, sample preparation, reporting, and lab ... Contract/Temporary. - Location: Malvern, PA. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected ...

University of Florida

OPS Lab Technician

Gainesville, FL · On-site

$25/hr

Temp Part-Time Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) Categories: Biology/Life Science, Grant or Research Administration Department: 28050000 - VM-PHY SCI Classification Title: OPS Lab Technician ...

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Lab Technician

Malvern, PA · On-site

$47K - $52K/yr

Job Summary We are seeking a Lab Technician for an on-site contract opportunity in Malvern, PA ... Contract/temporary. - Contract length: 3 months. - Work location: On-site in Malvern, PA. Equal ...

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Lab Technician

Elmwood Park, NJ

$17 - $20/hr

The Lab Technician also contributes to continuous improvement initiatives and ensures all ... If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical ...

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Lab Technician

Middleton, WI · On-site

$23/hr

Lab Technician The Lab Technician works in a laboratory, supporting both high-throughput and low ... If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical ...

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Lab Technician

Malvern, PA · On-site

$25/hr

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Microbiology Lab Technician

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$24 - $29/hr

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Temporary Assay Lab Technician

Juneau, AK · On-site

$20.25 - $26.75/hr

The Temporary Assay Lab Technician will report to the Assay Lab Supervisor and is responsible for safe, efficient use of lab equipment and accurate logging and reports. The schedule for this position ...

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Lab Technician 1 - Temporary

Peoria, IL · On-site

$15.50/hr

This is a temporary, onsite, Lab Tech 1 position located in Peoria, IL,Monday through Friday, 8:00 ... Find Your Place at Pace Join us as a Lab Technician, where you'll put your love of science to work ...

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Waukesha, WI

$23/hr

Lab Technician Responsibilities * Perform daily chemistry-based testing, including food chemistry ... If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical ...

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Madison, WI

$19.50/hr

Lab Technician Shift: 1st shift 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-F The Lab Technician supports a high-volume ... If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary lab 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.

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A Temporary Lab Technician is a short-term position responsible for assisting with laboratory tasks such as preparing samples, conducting experiments, maintaining equipment, and recording data. These roles are typically found in research, healthcare, or industrial settings and may last from a few weeks to several months. Temporary Lab Technicians help support ongoing projects and ensure smooth lab operations. This role is ideal for individuals looking to gain experience or work on a contract basis.

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A Temporary Lab Technician's day usually involves preparing and processing samples, operating and maintaining lab equipment, and accurately documenting results in lab records or digital systems. You may also assist with inventory, help run routine experiments, and collaborate closely with full-time lab staff to ensure smooth workflow. While the primary focus is on supporting ongoing projects, you may occasionally take on new tasks as priorities shift. The role provides valuable hands-on experience in a team environment and can serve as a stepping stone to more advanced laboratory positions.

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

A successful Temporary Lab Technician typically holds a relevant science degree or diploma and is skilled in laboratory practices, including sample preparation and data recording. Familiarity with instruments like spectrophotometers, centrifuges, and laboratory information management systems (LIMS) is often required. Attention to detail, reliability, and effective communication are outstanding soft skills for this position. These competencies ensure accurate, efficient lab operations and support the integrity and success of research or testing projects.

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To become a temporary lab technician with no experience, focus on gaining relevant skills such as basic laboratory techniques, safety procedures, and familiarity with lab equipment. Obtaining a high school diploma or equivalent is typically required, and some positions may accept candidates with related coursework or certifications in science or laboratory technology. Entry-level roles often provide on-the-job training to develop necessary skills.
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Infographic showing various Temporary Lab Technician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,864 per year, or $22.5 per hour.

Temporary Pool- Research/Lab Technician

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University

Greensboro, NC • On-site

$17.50 - $24/hr

Full-time, Temporary

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Posting Details
Classification Information
Position/Classification Title
Classification Type
Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies:
Minimum Experience/Education
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
Minimum Qualifications:
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • At least six (6) months of directly related research experience in the field in which the position is assigned.
  • Previous experience working in a laboratory, clinic, field and/or teaching environment

Required License or Certification
N/A
Position Overview
Primary Purpose of Position
The Department of Human Resources is seeking qualified individuals for temporary Research/Lab Technician positions that may become available across campus.
When a NC A & T State University Department is in need of a temporary Research/Lab Technician, qualified applicants who have applied to this temporary pool will be considered.
Positions may provide support to experimental processes in a lab, clinic, field, and/or teaching environment.
Duties could include but not limited to:
Conducting research experiments, collecting and summarizing research data, providing proper lab/study subject care
Temporary pools are open quarterly. For consideration for future pools, applicants will need to reapply.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
North Carolina A&T State University is one of America's highly-respected land-grant universities, focused on interdisciplinary research, creative scholarship, exemplary undergraduate and graduate instruction, and community service and engagement. North Carolina A&T State University is one of the seventeen institutions of The University of North Carolina System and is a Land-Grant and "High Research Activity" institution committed to fulfilling its fundamental purposes through exemplary undergraduate and graduate instruction, scholarly and creative research, and effective public service. The University offers degree programs at the baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral levels. The University enrolls approximately 12,000 students and employs approximately 2,000 faculty and staff.
Work Hours
To be determined by hiring department.
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.
Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies
Position Information
Working Title
Temporary Pool- Research/Lab Technician
Competency Level
Contributing
Position Number
Recruitment Range
Commensurate with education and experience
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Appointment Type
Temporary - Full-time
FTE
If Time Limited, Appointment Length
Organizational Division
Staffing Services
Organizational Location
Human Resources
Organizational Unit
Temporary Employment
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
SHRA3148
Open Date
04/01/2026
Close Date
08/31/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
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https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/40018

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