Environmental Scientist vs Research Laboratory Technician
Pay, skills and open jobs side by side, from current job postings across the US.
Pay
Environmental Scientist
$72,800 typical, a year
Most Environmental Scientists earn $53,200 to $93,900 a year.
From 332 postings that list pay
1,103 open jobs now
Environmental Scientist salaries Environmental Scientist jobs
Research Laboratory Technician
$50,100 typical, a year
Most Research Laboratory Technicians earn $45,800 to $57,200 a year.
From 263 postings that list pay
880 open jobs now
Research Laboratory Technician salaries Research Laboratory Technician jobs
Environmental Scientists typically earn about $22,700 more a year than Research Laboratory Technicians.
What each one does
Environmental Scientist
- Collect environmental samples from soil, water, and air.
- Perform field inspections to check for environmental compliance.
- Prepare and submit reports on environmental data and findings.
- Monitor and maintain environmental monitoring equipment and systems.
- Analyze environmental data to identify problems or trends.
- Ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Research Laboratory Technician
- Perform laboratory experiments following established protocols and procedures.
- Maintain laboratory equipment and instruments, conducting routine calibration and troubleshooting.
- Record experimental data accurately and maintain organized records of procedures and results.
- Prepare and handle samples, reagents, and solutions, ensuring accuracy and adherence to safety guidelines.
- Analyze data using appropriate statistical and analytical methods.
- Follow all safety guidelines and maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Skills employers ask for
Environmental Scientist
Asked for in both
- Microsoft Office 2 in 10 postings
- Microsoft Excel 1 in 10 postings
- Data Collection 1 in 10 postings
More common in Environmental Scientist postings
- Environmental Science 5 in 10 postings
- Environmental Compliance 3 in 10 postings
- Environmental Engineering 2 in 10 postings
- Project Management 1 in 10 postings
- Environmental Site Assessment 1 in 10 postings
Research Laboratory Technician
Asked for in both
- Microsoft Office 2 in 10 postings
- Microsoft Excel 1 in 10 postings
- Data Collection 2 in 10 postings
More common in Research Laboratory Technician postings
- Lab Equipment 2 in 10 postings
- Molecular Biology 2 in 10 postings
- Laboratory Maintenance 2 in 10 postings
- Cell Culture 1 in 10 postings
- Data Analysis 1 in 10 postings
Out of each role's current postings.
Licenses and certifications
Environmental Scientist
- Driver's License 4 in 10 postings
- HAZWOPER Certification 2 in 10 postings
Research Laboratory Technician
None stand out in current postings.
Open jobs
Environmental Scientist
- Pay not stated Arlington, VA, United StatesData EntryDriver's LicenseWaste ManagementData CollectionData Quality +6
Environmental Tech
Certified EOPay not stated Irving, TX, United StatesMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft OfficeFlow Meters +2Environmental Tech
J.P. Mascaro & SonsPay not stated BIRDSBORO, PA 19508 OnsiteMicrosoft ExcelWeldingMicrosoft Office
Research Laboratory Technician
Research Assistant I
PageUpPay not stated Michigan|East LansingGC-MSHPLCStatistical AnalysisChemistryLIMS +3Research Technician 2
Galaxyproject$16.02 - $20.82/hr Employer statedColumbus CampusMicrosoft ExcelCell CultureMolecular BiologyPipettingPharmacology +4
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