Laboratory Jobs in Oregon
Laboratory jobs in Oregon are concentrated in Portland, Eugene, and Corvallis, where biotech, semiconductor manufacturing, and academic research drive consistent demand for bench scientists, clinical lab technicians, and quality control specialists. Major employers with deep roots in the state include Oregon Health and Science University, Intel, and Thermo Fisher Scientific, all of which maintain substantial laboratory operations and hire at entry through senior levels. Specialties seeing the most active recruitment include molecular biology, analytical chemistry, and clinical diagnostics. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Medical Laboratory Scientist at Providence Willamette Falls Medical Center in Oregon City, OR.
Full-Time/Night Shift
The Senior Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist position is responsible for accurate and timely reporting of high complexity laboratory test results and in-depth technical/ theoretical knowledge of instruments and methodologies. The Senior MT/MLS performs complex QC, troubleshooting and maintenance duties w/ minimum supervision.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Willamette Falls Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Sciences.
Upon hire: National Medical Technologist - American Society for Clinical Pathology Or
Upon hire: National Medical Technologist - American Medical Technologists Or
Upon hire: National Medical Technologist - American Association of Bioanalysts Or
Upon hire: National Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Society for Clinical Pathology Or
Upon hire: National Clinical Laboratory Scientist - American Society for Clinical Pathology Or
Upon hire: National Laboratory Tech - United States Government
Upon hire: In compliance with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) criminal background check and fingerprinting may be required for position, based on assigned duties. Involves only those positions at PPMC operating the blood irradiator machine.
5 years Clinical laboratory experience in a moderate and high complexity laboratory.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree Medical Laboratory Science from a NAACLS accredited MLS program.
Why Join Providence?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
Accepting a new position at another facility that is part of the Providence family of organizations may change your current benefits. Changes in benefits, including paid time-off, happen for various reasons. These reasons can include changes of Legal Employer, FTE, Union, location, time-off plan policies, availability of health and welfare benefit plan offerings, and other various reasons.
About Providence
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.
Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
About the Team
Providence has been serving the Pacific Northwest since 1856 when Mother Joseph of the Sacred Heart and four other Sisters of Providence arrived in Vancouver, Washington Territory. As the largest healthcare system and largest private employer in Oregon, Providence is located in areas ranging from the Columbia Gorge to the wine country to sunny southern Oregon to charming coastal communities to the urban setting of Portland.
Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network also provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care.
Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.
Requsition ID: 459259
Company: Providence Jobs
Job Category: Clinical Laboratory
Job Function: Clinical Care
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Night
Career Track: Clinical Professional
Department: 5003 PWFMC CLINICAL LAB
Address: OR Oregon City 1500 Division St
Work Location: Providence Willamette Falls Medical Ctr-Oregon City
Workplace Type: On-site
Pay Range: $42.55 - $66.06
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Description
Medical Laboratory Scientist at Providence Willamette Falls Medical Center in Oregon City, OR.
Full-Time/Night Shift
The Senior Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist position is responsible for accurate and timely reporting of high complexity laboratory test results and in-depth technical/ theoretical knowledge of instruments and methodologies. The Senior MT/MLS performs complex QC, troubleshooting and maintenance duties w/ minimum supervision.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Willamette Falls Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Sciences.
Upon hire: National Medical Technologist - American Society for Clinical Pathology Or
Upon hire: National Medical Technologist - American Medical Technologists Or
Upon hire: National Medical Technologist - American Association of Bioanalysts Or
Upon hire: National Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Society for Clinical Pathology Or
Upon hire: National Clinical Laboratory Scientist - American Society for Clinical Pathology Or
Upon hire: National Laboratory Tech - United States Government
Upon hire: In compliance with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) criminal background check and fingerprinting may be required for position, based on assigned duties. Involves only those positions at PPMC operating the blood irradiator machine.
5 years Clinical laboratory experience in a moderate and high complexity laboratory.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree Medical Laboratory Science from a NAACLS accredited MLS program.
Why Join Providence?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
Accepting a new position at another facility that is part of the Providence family of organizations may change your current benefits. Changes in benefits, including paid time-off, happen for various reasons. These reasons can include changes of Legal Employer, FTE, Union, location, time-off plan policies, availability of health and welfare benefit plan offerings, and other various reasons.
About Providence
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.
Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
About the Team
Providence has been serving the Pacific Northwest since 1856 when Mother Joseph of the Sacred Heart and four other Sisters of Providence arrived in Vancouver, Washington Territory. As the largest healthcare system and largest private employer in Oregon, Providence is located in areas ranging from the Columbia Gorge to the wine country to sunny southern Oregon to charming coastal communities to the urban setting of Portland.
Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network also provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care.
Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.
Requsition ID: 459259
Company: Providence Jobs
Job Category: Clinical Laboratory
Job Function: Clinical Care
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Night
Career Track: Clinical Professional
Department: 5003 PWFMC CLINICAL LAB
Address: OR Oregon City 1500 Division St
Work Location: Providence Willamette Falls Medical Ctr-Oregon City
Workplace Type: On-site
Pay Range: $42.55 - $66.06
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
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What Oregon Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in laboratory jobs across Oregon.
- Oregon-issued license or ASCP certification recognized by Oregon employers for clinical roles
- Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, medical laboratory science, or a related field
- Hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation such as HPLC, PCR, or mass spectrometry
- Familiarity with GMP, GLP, or CLIA regulatory standards relevant to Oregon industry sectors
- Proficiency in laboratory information management systems and data documentation practices
- Strong attention to detail with demonstrated ability to maintain accurate sample and test records
Laboratory Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a laboratory in Oregon?
Clinical laboratory scientists in Oregon must hold a license issued by the Oregon Health Authority Laboratory Quality Program, which requires completing an accredited medical laboratory science program and passing a national exam such as the ASCP Board of Certification. For research and industrial laboratory roles, a bachelor's degree in a relevant science field is typically the minimum, with many Oregon employers in biotech and semiconductor manufacturing also expecting documented hands-on coursework or internship experience.
Which companies hire laboratorys in Oregon?
Oregon laboratory roles are posted by IDEXX Laboratories, Interpath Laboratory, and Samaritan Health Services and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Oregon's mix of major academic medical centers, semiconductor fabrication facilities, and life sciences companies means openings appear across a notably wide range of laboratory disciplines and industries.
Which Oregon cities have the most laboratory jobs?
Portland, Eugene, and Tigard account for the largest share of laboratory openings in Oregon. Portland's concentration of hospitals, biotech firms, and Intel's semiconductor campuses in the metro area drives the bulk of postings, while Eugene and Corvallis benefit from the research activity at the University of Oregon and Oregon State University, which anchor both academic and private-sector laboratory hiring in those communities.
Are there remote laboratory jobs in Oregon?
Yes, but they're rare. Most laboratory work requires physical access to instruments, specimens, or controlled environments, so fully remote roles are the exception rather than the norm. About 0% of laboratory openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and these tend to be concentrated in data analysis, regulatory affairs, or laboratory informatics positions rather than hands-on bench or clinical roles.
How can I get hired as a laboratory in Oregon with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a laboratory assistant or technician aide role, which Oregon Health and Science University, PeaceHealth, and Providence Health regularly post for candidates still completing degrees or with limited work history. Oregon State University and the University of Oregon also run undergraduate research assistant programs that serve as direct pipelines into entry-level industry roles. Earning an ASCP phlebotomy or MLT certificate while finishing a science degree gives candidates a clear edge, and lateral moves from pharmacy technician or medical assistant positions are common at Oregon hospital systems.
Where can I find and apply to laboratory jobs in Oregon?
You can find and apply to laboratory jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oregon openings across clinical, research, and industrial settings. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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