Laboratory Jobs in Michigan
Laboratory jobs in Michigan are concentrated in Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Ann Arbor, where major employers like Henry Ford Health, Michigan Medicine, and Dow Chemical maintain large laboratory operations. Demand is strongest in clinical diagnostics, quality control, and research and development, with openings at every level from entry-level technician to senior scientist. Michigan's automotive, life sciences, and chemical manufacturing sectors all drive consistent laboratory hiring across the state. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Position Summary:
Provides information for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease by conducting medical laboratory tests, procedures, experiments, and analyses following established accreditation guidelines and quality control standards.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
1. Determines normal and abnormal components of body fluids by conducting chemical analyses of blood, urine, spinal fluids, and gastric juices.
2. Analyzes blood cells by counting and identifying cells, using microscopic techniques and procedures.
3. Prepares blood, plasma, and platelets for transfusions by conducting blood group, type, and compatibility tests.
4. Processes, reads, and reports cultures from various sources as well as antibiotic sensitivities and other microbiology procedures.
5. Ensures operation of analyzers, spectrophotometers, colorimeters, flame photometers, and other laboratory equipment by calibrating; completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
6. Maintains laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
- Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or related field, or an associate degree in medical technology or related field.
- MT certification or certified within 18 months of hire or transfer.
Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
- Schedule: Full-time
- Requisition ID: 26004319
- Daily Work Times: 20:00-06:30
- Hours Per Pay Period: 80
- On Call: No
- Weekends: Yes
About Us
McLaren Health Care, headquartered in Grand Blanc, Michigan, is a $7.3 billion, fully integrated health care delivery system committed to quality, evidence-based patient care and cost efficiency. The McLaren system includes 12 hospitals in Michigan, ambulatory surgery centers, imaging centers, a 640-member employed primary and specialty care physician network, commercial and Medicaid HMOs covering more than 732,838 lives in Michigan and Indiana, home health, infusion and hospice providers, pharmacy services, a clinical laboratory network and a wholly owned medical malpractice insurance company. McLaren operates Michigan’s largest network of cancer centers and providers, anchored by the Karmanos Cancer Institute, a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers. McLaren has 20,000 full-, part-time and contracted employees and more than 113,000 network providers throughout Michigan, Indiana and Ohio.
Position Summary:
Provides information for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease by conducting medical laboratory tests, procedures, experiments, and analyses following established accreditation guidelines and quality control standards.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
1. Determines normal and abnormal components of body fluids by conducting chemical analyses of blood, urine, spinal fluids, and gastric juices.
2. Analyzes blood cells by counting and identifying cells, using microscopic techniques and procedures.
3. Prepares blood, plasma, and platelets for transfusions by conducting blood group, type, and compatibility tests.
4. Processes, reads, and reports cultures from various sources as well as antibiotic sensitivities and other microbiology procedures.
5. Ensures operation of analyzers, spectrophotometers, colorimeters, flame photometers, and other laboratory equipment by calibrating; completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
6. Maintains laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
- Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or related field, or an associate degree in medical technology or related field.
- MT certification or certified within 18 months of hire or transfer.
Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
- Schedule: Full-time
- Requisition ID: 26004319
- Daily Work Times: 20:00-06:30
- Hours Per Pay Period: 80
- On Call: No
- Weekends: Yes
About Us
McLaren Health Care, headquartered in Grand Blanc, Michigan, is a $7.3 billion, fully integrated health care delivery system committed to quality, evidence-based patient care and cost efficiency. The McLaren system includes 12 hospitals in Michigan, ambulatory surgery centers, imaging centers, a 640-member employed primary and specialty care physician network, commercial and Medicaid HMOs covering more than 732,838 lives in Michigan and Indiana, home health, infusion and hospice providers, pharmacy services, a clinical laboratory network and a wholly owned medical malpractice insurance company. McLaren operates Michigan’s largest network of cancer centers and providers, anchored by the Karmanos Cancer Institute, a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers. McLaren has 20,000 full-, part-time and contracted employees and more than 113,000 network providers throughout Michigan, Indiana and Ohio.
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Laboratory Job Market in Michigan
A snapshot from current Michigan openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- McLaren Health Care19
- Quest Diagnostics13
- Henry Ford Health11
- Trinity Health8
- Labcorp6
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services22
- Automotive2
- Education1
- Manufacturing1
- Transportation & Logistics1
What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in laboratory jobs across Michigan.
- Active Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs certification or licensure where applicable
- Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science, chemistry, biology, or a related field
- Proficiency with laboratory instrumentation and quality control procedures
- Experience following CLIA, CAP, or ISO laboratory compliance and safety standards
- Ability to document and analyze results using laboratory information management systems
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in specimen handling and data reporting
Laboratory Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a laboratory in Michigan?
Most laboratory roles in Michigan require a relevant bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, chemistry, or biology. Clinical laboratory scientists and medical laboratory technicians seeking licensure should review requirements through the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Many positions also require certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology. Research and industrial roles often prioritize degree credentials and hands-on training over state licensure.
Which companies hire laboratorys in Michigan?
Michigan laboratory roles are posted by McLaren Health Care, Quest Diagnostics, and Henry Ford Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Michigan's deep concentration of health systems, automotive manufacturers, and chemical companies creates consistent laboratory demand across both clinical and industrial settings.
Which Michigan cities have the most laboratory jobs?
Detroit, Flint, and Warren account for the most laboratory openings in Michigan. Detroit anchors clinical and hospital laboratory hiring through its large health systems, Ann Arbor draws research laboratory roles tied to Michigan Medicine and university-adjacent biotech, and Grand Rapids supports a growing life sciences and medical device manufacturing cluster that generates steady quality control and analytical laboratory openings.
Are there remote laboratory jobs in Michigan?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of laboratory openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that most laboratory work requires hands-on access to equipment, specimens, or controlled environments. The roles most likely to offer remote flexibility are those focused on data analysis, laboratory informatics, regulatory affairs, or quality documentation rather than bench or clinical work.
How can I get hired as a laboratory in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a laboratory technician or laboratory assistant role while completing or recently finishing a relevant degree program. Large Michigan health systems such as Henry Ford Health and Beaumont Health run new-graduate and phlebotomy training programs that serve as stepping stones to full technician roles. Candidates coming from adjacent positions in pharmacy, healthcare aide, or manufacturing quality assurance often transition successfully. Earning a student externship through an accredited Michigan clinical laboratory science program and obtaining ASCP certification as early as eligible gives candidates a concrete edge.
Where can I find and apply to laboratory jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to laboratory jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings across clinical, research, and industrial settings. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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