How much does a Laboratory Support Technician III make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Laboratory Support Technician III in the United States is $31 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $27 and $36. Hourly rate 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 Support Technician III Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Laboratory Support Technician III Salary $23 US February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Laboratory Support Technician III Salary $27 US February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Laboratory Support Technician III Salary $31 US February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Laboratory Support Technician III Salary $36 US February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Laboratory Support Technician III Salary $40 US February 26, 2024
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What skills does a Laboratory Support Technician III need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Analysis: Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.

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Microbiology: Microbiology (from Greek μῑκρος, mīkros, "small"; βίος, bios, "life"; and -λογία, -logia) is the study of microorganisms, those being unicellular (single cell), multicellular (cell colony), or acellular (lacking cells). Microbiology encompasses numerous sub-disciplines including virology, parasitology, mycology and bacteriology. Eukaryotic microorganisms possess membrane-bound cell organelles and include fungi and protists, whereas prokaryotic organisms—all of which are microorganisms—are conventionally classified as lacking membrane-bound organelles and include Bacteria and Archaea. Microbiologists traditionally relied on culture, staining, and microscopy. However, less than 1% of the microorganisms present in common environments can be cultured in isolation using current means. Microbiologists often rely on molecular biology tools such as DNA sequence based identification, for example 16s rRNA gene sequence used for bacteria identification.

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Data Entry: Transcribing information into an electronic medium such as a computer or other electronic device.

Analysis 8.1%
Microbiology 3.12%
Data Entry 1.81%
Others 86.97%

Job Description for Laboratory Support Technician III

Laboratory Support Technician III provides routine technical support for laboratory operations. Assembles, configures, and maintains equipment for use in tests and experiments. Being a Laboratory Support Technician III is responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining cleanrooms and equipment. Operates equipment, prepares chemical solutions, and performs analytical tests as assigned. Additionally, Laboratory Support Technician III records test results and maintains records as instructed. Complies with all safety and operational procedures and policies. Typically requires an associate degree. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Laboratory Support Technician III works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Laboratory Support Technician III typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for Laboratory Support Technician III

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For Laboratory Support Technician III, the upper level is Laboratory Support Technician IV and then progresses to Laboratory Supervisor.

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Laboratory Support Technician III salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Laboratory Support Technician III, the highest Laboratory Support Technician III salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Laboratory Support Technician III salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Laboratory Support Technician III salary is in Miami, FL, where the Laboratory Support Technician III salary is 2.9% 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
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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