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Lab Technician

Lab Technicians perform tests, maintain equipment, and assist scientists in research and clinical laboratories.

$48,000
Median Salary
340,000
Total Employed
3
Career Transitions
AI Risk Score
0 %
Low Risk

Safer than 65% of jobs in our database

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Pivot Score 69/100

Moderate pivot potential — some transitions require new skills.

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Essential Reading

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Clinical Laboratory Science

Mary Cipriano

"Detailed guide to clinical laboratory procedures and analysis techniques."

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Good Laboratory Practice Regulations

Sandy Weinberg

"Understanding GLP is essential for regulated lab environments. Critical for pharma and biotech."

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Clinical Chemistry: Principles, Techniques, and Correlations

Michael L. Bishop, Edward P. Fody, Larry E. Schoeff

"9th Edition - THE most student-friendly clinical chemistry text available. Covers analytic principles, techniques, and correlation of results with disease states. Demonstrates the how, what, why, and when of testing. Jones & Bartlett Learning publication used in MLS/MLT programs worldwide. Essential for developing interpretive and analytic skills."

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Recommended Courses

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Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

ASCP

Duration 2 years
Price $8,000/year
Rating ★ 4.7

Skills You'll Learn

Clinical Lab SkillsHematologyMicrobiology
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Laboratory Quality Assurance

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Quality SystemsDocumentationCompliance
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Job Market Data

Real trends from multiple job platforms

Moderate Demand

Listing Trends

1 sources tracked
🇺🇸 United States
6.8K listings
Adzuna (6.8K)
🇩🇪 Germany
55 listings
Adzuna (55)
🇫🇷 France
16 listings
Adzuna (16)
🇪🇸 Spain
9 listings
Adzuna (9)
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
1.2K listings
Adzuna (1.2K)
Sources: Adzuna
Updated Feb 27, 2026

Career Outlook

Why this is a strong career choice

Job Outlook
Growing +5%
AI Resistance Score
7/10 High
Market Demand
Stable Demand

Why This Career Is AI-Resistant

Automated analyzers process samples

Robotics handle repetitive testing

AI interprets routine results

LIMS systems manage workflows

Strong choice for career changers

Career Transitions

Safe career paths based on your existing skills

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

25%
Salary Change +45%
Skill Overlap 80%
Time to Transition 1-2 years

Skills to Learn

Advanced Lab TechniquesQuality AssuranceCertification

Research Associate

42%
Salary Change +8%
Skill Overlap 75%
Time to Transition 6-12 months

Skills to Learn

Research MethodsData AnalysisScientific Writing

Quality Control Analyst

35%
Salary Change +25%
Skill Overlap 70%
Time to Transition 6-12 months

Skills to Learn

QC MethodsDocumentationRegulatory Standards

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