Lab Associate Jobs
Lab Associate jobs are open across pharmaceutical, biotech, clinical, and academic research settings, at levels from entry-level technician to senior associate, with specializations in microbiology, analytical chemistry, and histology. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Responsibilities:
- Processes specimen/test orders on inpatients and outpatients and referred specimens.
- Provides test results and/or other information.
- Performs selected laboratory procedures including phlebotomy and/or specimen processing.
Qualifications
No experience required. We provide comprehensive on the job training. If you want to learn more about the role, are passionate about taking care of patients and our community, we encourage you to apply.
Desired:
- One year phlebotomy and specimen processing
- High School Diploma or GED
- Phlebotomy Technician
Responsibilities:
- Processes specimen/test orders on inpatients and outpatients and referred specimens.
- Provides test results and/or other information.
- Performs selected laboratory procedures including phlebotomy and/or specimen processing.
Qualifications
No experience required. We provide comprehensive on the job training. If you want to learn more about the role, are passionate about taking care of patients and our community, we encourage you to apply.
Desired:
- One year phlebotomy and specimen processing
- High School Diploma or GED
- Phlebotomy Technician
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Ascension25
- Open Exchange Labs21
- Baylor Scott & White Health20
- Banner Health18
- Quest Diagnostics18
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services493
- Technology & Software92
- Education65
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals44
- Consulting & Professional Services36
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in lab associate jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related life science field
- Hands-on experience with pipetting, centrifugation, and standard laboratory instrumentation
- Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practice or Good Laboratory Practice protocols
- Proficiency in laboratory information management systems or electronic lab notebooks
- ASCP certification or equivalent clinical laboratory credential preferred for diagnostic roles
- Ability to follow written SOPs accurately and document results with precision
Tips for Your Lab Associate Job Search
Tailor your resume to each setting
Pharmaceutical and clinical lab postings weight GMP compliance and SOPs, while academic labs care more about research methodology and instrumentation. Swap your bullet points to match whichever environment you're targeting so your resume reads as a fit, not a generic submission.
List equipment by exact model name
Hiring managers scan for specific instruments, not broad categories. Write 'Thermo Fisher Multiskan SkyHigh plate reader' instead of 'ELISA equipment.' Exact model names get flagged by applicant tracking systems and signal hands-on experience immediately to lab supervisors.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists lab associate openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Earn a relevant certification before applying
An ASCP certification or a phlebotomy license can move your application past screening in clinical and hospital lab roles where it's listed as preferred but not required. Completing one signals competency that a degree alone doesn't confirm to a hiring lab manager.
Prepare a concise bench skill summary
Lab associate interviews often open with a direct question about your hands-on technique. Write out a two-minute verbal summary covering your most-used assays, your sample volumes, and your error-rate practices. Rehearsing it removes hesitation when you're put on the spot.
Follow up with the lab manager directly
After submitting, find the lab manager or department head on the facility's staff directory and send a brief note referencing your application. Lab environments are tight-knit, and a direct outreach before the interview shortlist is compiled can put your name in front of the decision-maker early.
Lab Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most lab associates?
The companies hiring the most lab associates right now include Ascension, Open Exchange Labs, and Baylor Scott & White Health, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Pharmaceutical manufacturers and hospital systems consistently post the highest volume of roles across the country.
How many lab associate jobs are remote?
About 8% of lab associate openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, which is lower than most office-based roles because the work requires direct access to equipment and samples. The positions most likely to include remote flexibility are data analysis, lab informatics, and regulatory documentation roles rather than bench-facing positions.
How do you become a lab associate?
Most lab associate roles require a bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or a related science. From there, complete any required certifications such as ASCP for clinical settings. Build hands-on experience through internships, undergraduate research, or volunteer lab hours. Apply to entry-level openings that match your instrumentation background and the type of lab environment you want to work in.
Can you get a lab associate job with little or no experience?
Yes, entry-level lab associate roles exist specifically for candidates without professional experience, provided you have a relevant science degree and some hands-on exposure from coursework or academic research. Emphasize specific techniques you performed in class, name the instruments you used, and target smaller biotech startups or academic core facilities, which are more likely to invest in training new graduates.
What does the lab associate interview process look like?
Most lab associate interviews begin with a phone or video screen focused on your educational background and basic technique familiarity. A hiring manager interview follows, covering your experience with specific assays, your approach to documentation, and how you handle procedural errors. Some employers add a practical skills assessment or a lab tour where you're asked to describe how you'd handle a particular workflow.
Where can I find and apply to lab associate jobs?
You can find and apply to lab associate jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background, whether that's clinical, pharmaceutical, or research, and apply directly to each one that fits. No detours through third-party platforms are needed.
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