Laboratory Technician
University of Kentucky
40502 Lexington, Kentucky, United States
Posted 3 days ago
Job Description
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job Title | Laboratory Technician |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | RE55052 |
| Working Title | Lab Tech |
| Department Name | 7H100:Department of Neuroscience |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Grade Level | 40 |
| Salary Range | $15.61-24.99/hour |
| Type of Position | Staff |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | AA |
| Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies |
| Required Related Experience | No experience required. |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | None |
| Physical Requirements | lifting, pushing, or pulling objects up to 50lbs, sitting for long periods of time to acquire and analyze data and to complete reports. |
| Shift | 8:00am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday |
| Job Summary | A postbaccalaureate will assist with current research projects focused on inherited neurodevelopmental disorders. The technician will manage lab resources, reagents, and supplies and assist current researchers with the collection, analysis, and/or organization of data from genetic, cell biology, molecular biology, or biochemical experiments. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | MS Office, image analysis, and database management. Strongly prefer knowledge or experience with molecular biology, light microscopy, biochemistry, or genetics. Strong writing and communication skills. |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | Neuroscience, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Genetics or a related field. Experience with spreadsheets or database software for data analysis and record keeping. |
| Deadline to Apply | 07/23/2026 |
| Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. |
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Please describe your background in neuroscience, genetics, or cellular or molecular biology.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Please provide an account of your previous experience working in a scientific laboratory.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Please describe your experience using Microsoft Office and/or statistical software.
(Open Ended Question)
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