Laboratory technician jobs
Did you graduate at medium or higher laboratory school level (MLO/HLO) and are you looking for a job as a QC technician, chemical laboratory technician, biomedical analyst or microbiological laboratory technician? Here at CheckMark, you will find various laboratory technician jobs at QC and R&D laboratories in food, chemistry and life sciences. Register or apply now and you too could soon be working in a lab!
What do we do for you?
Here at CheckMark, we know how important it is to find a job that not only suits your skills, but also your ambitions. Our recruiters have a background in food, chemistry and life sciences and therefore understand the exact nuances of all our laboratory technician jobs. They carefully listen to your wishes and experience to know exactly what you are looking for. Based on this, we introduce you to companies that are looking for your knowledge and expertise!
Where will you start your new job?
In your role as a laboratory technician, you can end up at various companies, from large-scale QC labs to innovative R&D laboratories. Depending on the job, you will be working with different teams to perform laboratory tests, analyse samples and optimise processes.
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Laboratory technician jobs through CheckMark
Whether you are just starting your career or have already gained a lot of experience, here at CheckMark, you will find the job that suits your wishes and skills. Upload your CV or apply now for one of our laboratory technician jobs. We would like to get in touch with you and help you find a new challenge within your field of expertise, free of charge.
In addition to laboratory technician jobs, CheckMark also offers other positions in food, chemistry and life sciences. We offer various positions within the laboratory. Would you like to work in the lab, but are you not sure yet which position suits you best? Contact us so our recruiters can help you find the right laboratory technician job!
How much does a laboratory technician earn?
The salary of a laboratory technician varies depending on experience, education and the sector you work in. For newly graduated laboratory technicians at secondary vocational education level (MBO), the salary is often between €2,400 and €2,800 gross per month. Did you complete higher professional education (HBO)? In that case, the starting salary is often slightly higher, between €2,800 and €3,200 gross per month.
As you gain more experience, your salary can increase. For experienced laboratory technicians with a secondary vocational background (MBO), the salary can rise to between €3,000 and €3,600 per month. With a higher professional education background (HBO), the salary can rise to between €3,500 and €4,500 per month.
Youth wages may still apply to newly graduated MLO students (secondary laboratory education), which means that their salary may still be slightly lower at a younger age. Ultimately, factors such as the collective agreement, bonuses and sector-specific regulations (for example, chemicals, pharmaceuticals or food industry) can also impact your total earnings.
In addition to the basic salary, you may also receive shift allowances, depending on the sector and working conditions:
What is a laboratory technician?
A lab technician is someone who works in a laboratory. They often perform different analyses of certain samples depending on the type of lab they work in. Laboratory technicians often work in chemistry, biotechnology and in medical laboratories or in the food industry. They ensure that research is carried out accurately and that the results are reliable. The duties of a laboratory technician include quality control, researching and developing products and supporting scientific research.
What does a laboratory technician do?
As a lab technician, you perform analyses and experiments to collect data that are used for research or quality control. You will be working with equipment such as spectrometers, chromatographs and microscopes, depending on the laboratory environment you work in. You will prepare samples, perform tests, analyse the results and report your findings. In addition, you will be responsible for maintaining the equipment and ensuring that the working environment complies with safety regulations.
Some examples from the range of duties of a laboratory technician:
Soft skills that come in handy as a laboratory technician:
How do you become a laboratory technician?
To become a laboratory technician, you need secondary vocational or higher professional education (MBO/HBO) in, for example, chemistry, life sciences, biochemistry, nutrition or another, related field. Laboratory technicians have often completed an MLO course (secondary laboratory education) or HLO course (higher laboratory education). Accuracy, analytical thinking and technical skills are important to have for this position, in addition to scientific knowledge. Depending on the sector, knowledge of certain quality standards, such as GMP, ISO or HACCP, may be required as well.
