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Lab Technician Salary in Northern Ireland

How much does a lab technician earn in Northern Ireland?

Average base salary in Northern Ireland

£25,850 per year

per year in Northern Ireland · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£20,680 per year£25,850 per year£32,900 per year

Lab Technician pay is typically set on school support-staff scales and varies by responsibility, contract type and location. Lab Technician pay in Northern Ireland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for lab technicians near Northern Ireland

Compare average lab technician pay in Northern Ireland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage lab technician salaryJobs
Northallerton£26,125 per yearView jobs
Northampton£26,125 per yearView jobs
Northamptonshire£26,125 per yearView jobs
Northumberland£26,125 per yearView jobs
Northwich£26,125 per yearView jobs
Norwich£26,125 per yearView jobs
Northern Ireland This location£25,850 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about lab technician pay in Northern Ireland

How much does a lab technician earn in Northern Ireland?

The average salary for a lab technician in Northern Ireland is £25,850 per year, typically ranging from £20,680 per year to £32,900 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Northern Ireland a well-paid area for lab technicians?

Northern Ireland tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for lab technicians. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire lab technicians in Northern Ireland?

Live lab technician openings in Northern Ireland rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a lab technician in Northern Ireland increase their salary?

Lab Technicians in Northern Ireland typically increase pay by moving up NJC support staff scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between lab technician pay in Northern Ireland and nationally?

Nationally the average is £27,500 per year. In Northern Ireland it's £25,850 per year — a discount of £1,650 per year versus the UK average.

Lab Technician jobs in Northern Ireland

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