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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Overview

Open roles19
Top employerUST
Top cityHillsboro, OR
Cities hiring10
Work type100% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Aspen Dental
Dental Lab Technician
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Dental Lab Technician
Aspen Dental
Gresham, Oregon
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
$32 - $40/hr
10,000+

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Entegris
Quality Lab Technician II - Back Half Night Shift
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Quality Lab Technician II - Back Half Night Shift
Entegris
Hillsboro, Oregon
Customer Service
Event Planning
Hospitality Management
$25 - $31/hr
Bachelor's degree in biology
5,001-10,000

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Entegris
Quality Lab Technician II - Front Half Night Shift
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Quality Lab Technician II - Front Half Night Shift
Entegris
Hillsboro, Oregon
Customer Service
Event Planning
Hospitality Management
$25 - $31/hr
Bachelor's degree in biology
5,001-10,000

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UST
Reliability Lab Technician
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UST
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Reliability Lab Technician
UST
Hillsboro, Oregon
Compliance & Risk
Health & Safety
Project Management
$48k - $72k/yr
Associate's degree in electrical technology
10,000+

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ZEISS Group
Technician I, Lab
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ZEISS Group
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Technician I, Lab
ZEISS Group
Clackamas, Oregon
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Lab Technician Jobs by City in Oregon

Where Oregon roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Hillsboro
7 jobs
Coos Bay
2 jobs
Portland
2 jobs
Beaverton
2 jobs
Gresham
1 job
Coquille
1 job
Tualatin
1 job
Clackamas
1 job
Corvallis
1 job

Lab Technician Job Market in Oregon

A snapshot from current Oregon openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

UST
UST3 open roles
Entegris
Entegris3 open roles
Bay Area Hospital
Bay Area Hospital2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Law & Legal Services
  • Chemicals & Materials
  • Technology & Software
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

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 UST, Entegris, and Bay Area Hospital and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 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, Coos Bay, and Portland 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 September 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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