Laboratory Aide Jobs

Laboratory Aide jobs are open across healthcare, clinical research, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and academic settings, from entry-level and part-time roles to experienced full-time positions, with specializations in specimen processing, quality control, and equipment maintenance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles18
Top stateMichigan
Top employerProMedica
Top cityMonroe, MI
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Laboratory Aide -Monroe
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Laboratory Aide -Monroe
ProMedica
Monroe, Michigan
Higher Education
Research & Academia
Teaching & Instruction
High school diploma or GED

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Processing Laboratory Aide
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Processing Laboratory Aide
Baptist Health System KY & IN
Lexington, Kentucky
Compliance & Risk
Health & Safety
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Laboratory Aide - Department of Physiology
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Laboratory Aide - Department of Physiology
Wayne State University
Detroit, Michigan
Higher Education
Research & Academia
Teaching & Instruction
$31k - $37k/yr
High school diploma or GED
5,001-10,000

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Pathology Clerical Aide, Laboratory - Histology & Cytol
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Pathology Clerical Aide, Laboratory - Histology & Cytol
Baptist Health South Florida
South Miami, Florida
Higher Education
Research & Academia
Teaching & Instruction
$18.15 - $23.6/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Laboratory Office Aide
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Laboratory Office Aide
Bridge Dermpath
Tarrytown, New York
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Support
Laboratory Science
$20 - $23/hr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED

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Laboratory Aide Job Market

Who's Hiring

ProMedica5 open roles
Munson Healthcare2 open roles
SMRTL1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in laboratory aide jobs.

  • High school diploma or GED required by most employers
  • Experience handling biological specimens or laboratory samples
  • Familiarity with centrifuges, pipettes, and standard lab equipment
  • Knowledge of safety protocols including PPE use and chemical handling
  • Ability to maintain accurate logs and follow written procedures
  • Phlebotomy certification preferred for clinical and hospital laboratory roles

Tips for Your Laboratory Aide Job Search

Tailor your resume to lab settings

List every piece of lab equipment you've handled by name, such as centrifuges, autoclaves, or pipettes. Hiring managers in clinical and research environments scan for specific instruments, not general phrases like 'lab experience.'

Highlight specimen handling on your resume

Specimen collection, labeling, and chain-of-custody procedures are core duties in most laboratory aide postings. Call these out explicitly in your work history, since vague descriptions like 'assisted lab staff' won't distinguish you from other applicants.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists laboratory aide openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings by accreditation type

Clinical labs certified under CLIA have different day-to-day duties than research or industrial labs. Read each posting for CLIA, CAP, or ISO mentions so you apply to environments where your existing experience translates directly.

Prepare for competency-based interviews

Interviewers for laboratory aide roles frequently ask you to walk through how you'd handle a mislabeled sample or a reagent spill. Rehearse specific scenarios from past jobs or coursework so your answers cover the actual steps, not just general safety principles.

Follow up with a detail from your interview

Reference something specific from your conversation, such as a protocol the supervisor mentioned or a piece of equipment you discussed. A focused follow-up signals attentiveness to lab detail, which matters more in this role than in most.

Laboratory Aide Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most laboratory aides?

The companies hiring the most laboratory aides right now include ProMedica, Munson Healthcare, and SMRTL, with the largest share of openings in Michigan, Florida, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hospital systems, national reference labs, and contract research organizations consistently account for the highest volume of openings.

How many laboratory aide jobs are remote?

About 0% of laboratory aide openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most duties require physical presence in a lab setting. Administrative sub-roles such as lab data entry, results logging, and supply inventory coordination are the most likely to allow any remote flexibility.

How do you become a laboratory aide?

Start by earning a high school diploma or GED, then complete a phlebotomy or clinical lab assistant certificate program if you're targeting healthcare settings. Apply to entry-level openings at hospitals, reference labs, or university research departments, where on-the-job training covers institution-specific equipment and protocols. Earning a CPR certification and familiarizing yourself with OSHA bloodborne pathogen standards before you apply strengthens your candidacy.

Can you get a laboratory aide job with little or no experience?

Yes, many laboratory aide openings explicitly target candidates with no prior lab experience, particularly at hospital systems and reference labs that provide structured onboarding. Emphasize any science coursework, handling of chemicals or equipment in academic labs, or customer-facing roles where precision and attention to detail mattered. A phlebotomy certificate or CPR card can substitute for work history in a clinical setting.

What does the laboratory aide interview process look like?

Most laboratory aide interviews involve a phone or video screen with HR, followed by an in-person or virtual interview with a lab supervisor or lead technician. Expect scenario-based questions about sample handling, safety incidents, and prioritizing tasks under time pressure. Some clinical employers add a brief practical assessment covering PPE donning, labeling, or basic pipetting technique before an offer is extended.

Where can I find and apply to laboratory aide jobs?

You can find and apply to laboratory aide jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to each opening that fits.

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