Lab Technician Jobs in Oregon
Lab Technician jobs in Oregon concentrate in healthcare, biopharmaceuticals, environmental testing, and food and beverage quality control, with demand at every level from entry-level clinical lab assistants to senior research technicians. Portland, Eugene, and Beaverton are the busiest hiring metros, anchored by employers such as Oregon Health and Science University, Nike, and Thermo Fisher Scientific. The most in-demand specialties right now are clinical chemistry, microbiology, and environmental analysis. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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POSITION
School-Based Instructional Lab Technician
LOCATION
Menlo Park Elementary School
DATE POSTED
October 26, 2026
DATE CLOSES
Internal candidates: October 30, 2026 - 4:00pm
External Candidates: Open until filled
POSITION START DATE
As soon as possible
(7 hours per day, 5 days a week, about 177 days per year, Class 11, starting at $23.93)
The David Douglas School District welcomes applications from candidates that expand the District's diversity.
Multi-Cultural preferred. Bi-Lingual candidate preferred.
David Douglas School District supports the Grow Your Own program, which allows classified employees to become licensed educators. Interested in becoming a part of our GYO program? Apply today.
The complete Job Description can be found and reviewed HERE.
Classified Instructions:
If you are a Classified employee you will click on the word “Internal”, which is located on the top right of the screen. You will be taken to a section where you will fill out minimal basic personal information. The minimal basic personal section is a one-time only registration. You will then be taken to the Classified Transfer Request Form. In the future, if your personal information (name, address, phone number, or location) changes, it is your responsibility to update those changes in the system.
Apply at: https://daviddouglas.tedk12.com//hire/index.aspx
External Applicant Instructions:
If you are an External Applicant applying for a position, you will complete the EXTERNAL TalentEd application. Please see link above.
David Douglas School District Drug Testing and Criminal Background check: Per district policy all offers of employment shall be contingent upon the successful passing of a district required drug test and criminal background check. David Douglas School District’s Human Resources will designate where and when the testing will be conducted. The offer of employment will be withdrawn from candidates who test positive for drugs.
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Lab Technician Job Market in Oregon
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Chemicals & Materials
What Oregon Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in lab technician jobs across Oregon.
- Active Medical Laboratory Technician certification or ASCP registry recognized in Oregon
- Associate or bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science or a related field
- Hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation and standard quality control procedures
- Proficiency with laboratory information systems and accurate sample documentation
- Ability to follow Oregon OSHA safety protocols and proper handling of hazardous materials
- Strong attention to detail and capacity to manage multiple samples under time pressure
Lab Technician Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a lab technician in Oregon?
Most employers in Oregon require at minimum an associate degree in medical laboratory technology or a closely related science. Clinical lab roles typically expect ASCP Board of Certification credentials such as the MLT(ASCP) for technicians or MLS(ASCP) for technologists. Oregon does not currently maintain a separate state licensure board for clinical lab personnel, so national certification through ASCP or AMT is the recognized standard, and many employers treat it as a firm requirement rather than a preference.
Which companies hire lab technicians in Oregon?
Oregon lab technician roles are posted by Entegris, UST, and WGNSTAR and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Oregon's concentration of academic medical centers, biopharmaceutical manufacturers, and environmental testing firms means openings appear across a wider range of industries than in many other states.
Which Oregon cities have the most lab technician jobs?
Hillsboro, Portland, and Medford have the most lab technician openings in Oregon. Portland leads because of its density of hospital systems, biotech companies, and environmental labs, while Eugene's openings cluster around the University of Oregon health services and regional hospitals, and Beaverton draws demand from corporate R&D and manufacturing quality labs concentrated along the Highway 217 corridor.
Are there remote lab technician jobs in Oregon?
Yes, but they are rare. Most lab technician work requires physical presence to collect samples, operate instruments, or maintain sterile conditions. About 0% of lab technician openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate in data review, laboratory information management, or quality assurance roles where the core work is documentation and analysis rather than bench work.
How can I get hired as a lab technician in Oregon with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a phlebotomy technician or lab assistant role, which Oregon hospitals such as Providence Health and Services and PeaceHealth actively use as pipelines into full technician positions. Community colleges across Oregon, including Portland Community College and Lane Community College, offer accredited MLT programs that include clinical rotations at partner labs, giving graduates documented hands-on hours. Earning an entry-level ASCP credential before applying makes a candidate considerably more competitive for those first roles.
Where can I find and apply to lab technician jobs in Oregon?
You can find and apply to lab technician jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oregon openings across healthcare, biopharma, environmental testing, and other industries. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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