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Wet Lab Technician Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Wet Lab Tech - Night Shift

Forest Grove, OR ยท On-site

$20 - $26.75/hr

As a Wet Lab Technician you will work in a team-oriented environment, operating production equipment and performing a variety of tasks. Your strong attention to detail and safety orientation would ...

Lab Technician

Ypsilanti, MI ยท On-site

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Perform basic wet chemistry, including titrations, pH testing and adjustment, metal precipitation, and polymer dosing and pumping. * Analyze chemistry test results and determine appropriate bath and ...

Wet Lab Tech - Night Shift

Forest Grove, OR ยท On-site

$20 - $26.75/hr

As a Wet Lab Technician you will work in a team-oriented environment, operating production equipment and performing a variety of tasks. Your strong attention to detail and safety orientation would ...

Laboratory Technician

Berkeley, CA ยท On-site

$23.25 - $31/hr

The job will provide experience in standard biology and chemistry wet-lab techniques, including work with microfluidics. As a lab technician, you will work alongside smart and motivated scientists ...

Lab Technician

Fremont, CA ยท On-site

$80 - $110/hr

The Role We're hiring a Lab Technician to be the hands and the eyes of our process development work ... Strong wet chemistry fundamentals: acid/base handling, filtration, precipitation, solid-liquid ...

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Laboratory Technician

Berkeley, CA ยท On-site

$23.25 - $31/hr

The job will provide experience in standard biology and chemistry wet-lab techniques, including work with microfluidics. As a lab technician, you will work alongside smart and motivated scientists ...

Lab Technician

Minneapolis, MN ยท On-site

$21.63/hr

Lab Technician The Lab Technician supports laboratory operations by preparing samples, operating ... Measure and document properties of wet paint samples and coated panels, ensuring all readings are ...

S./B.A. in a relevant field with 3+ years of hands-on wet lab experience in industry or a technician role, or Associate's degree with 5+ years of relevant hands-on wet lab experience in a ...

S./B.A. in a relevant field with 3+ years of hands-on wet lab experience in industry or a technician role, or Associate's degree with 5+ years of relevant hands-on wet lab experience in a ...

Lab Technician

Bridgewater, NJ ยท On-site

$30 - $32/hr

Lab Technician This Lab Technician role involves conducting a wide range of physical and chemical ... Perform wet chemistry procedures, including titrations, colorimetric analyses, and gravimetric ...

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How much do wet lab technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for wet 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.

What is a wet lab technician?

Wet Lab Technicians are professionals who work in laboratory environments where chemicals, biological samples, and other wet substances are handled and analyzed. They are responsible for preparing experiments, maintaining lab equipment, conducting tests, and recording data. Their work supports scientific research in fields such as biology, chemistry, and medicine. Wet Lab Technicians must follow strict safety protocols and ensure the accuracy of experimental procedures. They often collaborate with scientists and researchers to achieve project goals.

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

To thrive as a Wet Lab Technician, you need a solid background in biology or chemistry, keen attention to detail, and typically a bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, safety protocols, and data analysis software such as LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems) is essential. Excellent organization, communication, and problem-solving skills help technicians manage experiments and collaborate effectively. These competencies ensure accurate results, safe lab environments, and efficient scientific workflows.

What are some common challenges wet lab technicians face in maintaining safety and accuracy in the lab?

Wet Lab Technicians often encounter challenges such as handling hazardous chemicals, preventing cross-contamination between samples, and ensuring precise measurements during experiments. Staying up-to-date with safety protocols and maintaining strict adherence to standard operating procedures are essential to minimize risks. Additionally, technicians must be proactive in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and communicating effectively with team members to resolve issues quickly. Attention to detail and a commitment to continuous learning are key to overcoming these challenges and ensuring high-quality results.

What is the difference between Wet Lab Technician vs Research Associate?

AspectWet Lab TechnicianResearch Associate
CredentialsAssociate's degree or relevant certificationBachelor's or Master's degree in a related field
Work EnvironmentLaboratory settings performing experiments and sample preparationResearch projects, data analysis, and experimental design
Employer & IndustryBiotech, pharmaceuticals, academic labsResearch institutions, biotech, academia

Wet Lab Technicians primarily handle sample preparation and lab maintenance, while Research Associates often design experiments and analyze data. Both roles are essential in laboratory research but differ in responsibilities and educational requirements.

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Infographic showing various Wet Lab Technician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 13% 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.

B1 Wet Lab Technician - 2nd Shift - 90 Day Increase Eligible

Ttmtech

Stafford, CT โ€ข On-site

$19.50 - $26/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago


Job description

TTM Technologies, Inc. - Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) - Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer

About TTM


TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency ("RF") components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards ("PCB"s). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market.

Additional information can be found at www.ttm.com

We're always looking for talented individuals to join our team. Whether you're an experienced manufacturing professional or just starting your career - TTM offers a supportive workplace where all skillsets can thrive.

Why Join Us?

At TTM, we believe in offering our employees an environment where they can make a real impact on the work we do. Here's a look at what we provide our employees to set them up for success.

  • Career Development:We invest in your growth - our Operator Advancement Program supports your goals. We provide operators and assemblers at all levels the opportunity to certify their skills and build their career with us up to 3 times a year by applying to theOAPprogram. TTM promoted 68% of applicants in the program's first year!
  • Competitive Compensation:We offer a competitive package that reflects your skills and experience along with annual compensation reviews to ensure your growth is aligned with your performance and market trends.
  • Comprehensive Benefits and PTO:Including health, dental, and vision insurance to keep you at your best. Enjoy 10 paid holidays and 3 weeks of paid time off annually to recharge.

TTM strives to invest in our team members at all levels - starting on your first day. To ensure the growth and development of our new hires, this position is eligible for a 90 Day Evaluation that includes a pay increase if key performance indicators are met.

Scope:

  • The Wet Lab Technician performs the testing of products within the wet lab department.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Ability to work with wide range of chemicals from all processes
  • Perform titration/analysis on samples
  • Record results in online software
  • Identify trends from analysis and notify engineering if applicable
  • Acquire samples from process tanks
  • Comfortable handling acid and caustic chemistry during analysis process
  • Generate chemical add slips when necessary based on analysis
  • Enter corrective action in software when results of analysis are out of spec
  • Communicates regularly to supervisors and managers, suggests and composes procedural changes, maintains a clean, safe work environment, and communicates safety hazards and issues.
  • Generates, accumulates, and handles hazardous wastes generated in daily operations, as directed by the Environmental, Health, and Safety Manager.
  • Involved in the preparation and completion of work on a daily basis
  • Reporting of all accidents, near misses and safety concerns. Perform job duties utilizing the required and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Full participation in safety training and the ability to understand and follow the directions identified in Job Safety Analysis (JSA), PPE Assessments, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and all Safety Procedures and Alerts.

Note:The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

  • Ability to read and English and mathematical skills
  • Computer skills, presentation skills, and general interpersonal skills
  • Ability to read and understand procedures and blue prints.
  • Ability to be flexible with daily job requirements as well as the ability to multitask
  • Works up to 9 hours a day, 5 days a week, and is flexible to work on weekends.
  • Standing up to 8 hours per day.
  • Has fine motor skills and rapid mental-muscular coordination

Education:

  • High School Diploma
  • Basic understanding of chemistry

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Compensation and Benefits:

TTM offers a variety of health and well-being benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, 401K, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, accident benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid vacation & holidays. Benefits are available 1st of the month following date of hire.


Compensation for roles at TTM Technologies varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience. As required by local law, TTM provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in New York, California and Colorado. For California-based roles, compensation ranges are based upon specific physical locations.

Export Statement:
Must comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and all applicable laws including ITAR, EAR and OFAC including but not limited to: a) being able to identify ITAR product on the manufacturing floor and understand that access to these products and related technical data is restricted to only US Citizens and US Permanent Residents; b) recognition ofForeign Person visitors by badge differentiation; c) understand and follow authorization procedures for bringing foreign visitors into facilities (VAL); d) understand the Export and ITAR requirements for shipments leaving the US; e) manage vendor approvals for ITAR manufacturing and services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.