How much does a Laboratory Assistant IV make in El Cajon, CA? The average Laboratory Assistant IV salary in El Cajon, CA is $137,229 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $101,803 and $158,634. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Laboratory Assistant IV Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Laboratory Assistant IV Salary $69,812 El Cajon,CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Laboratory Assistant IV Salary $101,803 El Cajon,CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Laboratory Assistant IV Salary $137,229 El Cajon,CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Laboratory Assistant IV Salary $158,634 El Cajon,CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Laboratory Assistant IV Salary $178,122 El Cajon,CA March 26, 2024
25% $101,803 10% $69,812 90% $178,122 75% $158,634 $137,229 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description for Laboratory Assistant IV

Laboratory Assistant IV performs research activities in a laboratory environment to aid in the planning, designing, and conducting of experiments. Collects, prepares, and tests samples and records measurements or observations. Being a Laboratory Assistant IV prepares reports detailing results and conclusions, applications, and methodology. Conducts routine maintenance and safety checks on lab equipment to ensure working order. Additionally, Laboratory Assistant IV assists with receipt and inspection of raw materials and the ordering and stocking of materials and equipment. May be responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining cleanrooms and equipment. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Laboratory Assistant IV work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. To be a Laboratory Assistant IV typically requires 7+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Laboratory Assistant IV salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Laboratory Assistant IV, the highest Laboratory Assistant IV salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Laboratory Assistant IV salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Laboratory Assistant IV salary is in Miami, FL, where the Laboratory Assistant IV salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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About El Cajon, California    El Cajon (/ɛlkəˈhoʊn/; Spanish: [elkaˈxon]) is a city in San Diego County, California, United States, 17 mi (27 km) east of Downtown San Diego. The ci....More

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Skills associated with Laboratory Assistant IV: Analyze Lab Results, Laboratory Supply Management, Laboratory Results Reporting, Laboratory Equipment Maintenance ...More