Laboratory Assistant Jobs in Delaware

Laboratory assistant jobs in Delaware concentrate in clinical diagnostics, pharmaceutical research, and life sciences manufacturing, with demand at every level from entry-level lab technician aide to experienced specimen processing specialist. The strongest hiring activity is in and around Wilmington, Newark, and Dover, where anchors like ChristianaCare, Nemours Children's Health, and AstraZeneca maintain large laboratory operations. Roles in clinical chemistry, pathology support, and quality control testing are among the most consistently posted specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles6
Top employerChemours
Top cityNewark, DE
Cities hiring4
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialBachelor's degree

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Chemours
Senior Laboratory Technician
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Senior Laboratory Technician
Chemours
Newark, Delaware
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
$29.4 - $45.94/hr
Associate's degree in chemistry
5,001-10,000

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Siemens Healthineers
Laboratory Technician 3
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Laboratory Technician 3
Siemens Healthineers
Newark, Delaware
Clinical Trials
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
$69k - $94k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in biology
10,000+

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ChristianaCare
Supervisor, General Laboratory I Full-time I Day-Shift
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Supervisor, General Laboratory I Full-time I Day-Shift
ChristianaCare
Newark, Delaware
Data Analytics
Data Science
$41.28 - $66.05/hr
Medical Laboratory Scientist Certification
10,000+

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Middlesex Water Company
Laboratory Technician
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Middlesex Water Company
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Laboratory Technician
Middlesex Water Company
Dover, Delaware
Accounting
Business Operations
Project Management
$17 - $26/hr
Experience equivalent to degree accepted
201-500

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Beebe Healthcare
Lab Specimen Processor - Laboratory
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Lab Specimen Processor - Laboratory
Beebe Healthcare
Lewes, Delaware
Compliance & Risk
Health & Safety
Human Resources
$18 - $27.9/hr
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Laboratory Assistant Jobs by City in Delaware

Where Delaware roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Newark
3 jobs
Dover
1 job
Lewes
1 job
Wilmington
1 job

Laboratory Assistant Job Market in Delaware

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

Who's Hiring

Chemours
Chemours1 open role
ChristianaCare
ChristianaCare1 open role
Beebe Healthcare
Beebe Healthcare1 open role

What Delaware Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in laboratory assistant jobs across Delaware.

  • High school diploma or GED with coursework in biology, chemistry, or a related science
  • Experience handling and processing biological specimens according to laboratory safety protocols
  • Familiarity with laboratory information management systems and standard data entry procedures
  • Ability to follow OSHA bloodborne pathogen standards and maintain proper chain of custody
  • Phlebotomy certification or demonstrable venipuncture experience preferred by most clinical employers
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately under time pressure in high-volume settings

Laboratory Assistant Jobs in Delaware: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a laboratory assistant in Delaware?

Most Delaware employers require at minimum a high school diploma with science coursework, though an associate degree in clinical or biological sciences gives candidates a clear hiring advantage. Delaware does not issue a state-specific license for laboratory assistants, but clinical settings often expect nationally recognized credentials such as a phlebotomy certification through organizations like the National Phlebotomy Association. Delaware Technical Community College offers relevant programs that align closely with what local employers look for.

Which companies hire laboratory assistants in Delaware?

Delaware laboratory assistant roles are posted by Chemours, ChristianaCare, and Beebe Healthcare and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Delaware's concentration of health systems and pharmaceutical companies means clinical and research lab positions turn over regularly throughout the year.

Which Delaware cities have the most laboratory assistant jobs?

Newark, Dover, and Lewes account for the largest share of laboratory assistant openings in Delaware. Wilmington leads because it anchors the state's largest hospital networks and several major pharmaceutical and financial sector research operations, while Newark draws openings tied to University of Delaware-affiliated research and nearby ChristianaCare facilities, and Dover sees steady clinical lab demand from Bayhealth and state government health programs.

Are there remote laboratory assistant jobs in Delaware?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of laboratory assistant openings tied to Delaware are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how hands-on most of the work is. The portions of the role most compatible with remote arrangements are data entry, laboratory result review, and administrative coordination rather than specimen handling or equipment operation.

How can I get hired as a laboratory assistant in Delaware with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to clinical lab aide or specimen processor roles at Delaware health systems like ChristianaCare or Bayhealth, which regularly hire candidates with a science background but no formal lab experience. Delaware Technical Community College's phlebotomy and medical laboratory technician programs provide credentials that open these doors quickly. Lateral moves from roles like medical assistant, patient services representative, or sterile processing technician are recognized by Delaware clinical employers as relevant adjacent experience.

Where can I find and apply to laboratory assistant jobs in Delaware?

You can find and apply to laboratory assistant jobs in Delaware on Migrate Mate, which lists current Delaware openings across clinical, research, and industrial settings. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.

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