Laboratory Technician at University of Kentucky – Lexington, Kentucky

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleLaboratory TechnicianRequisition NumberRE52776Working TitleDepartment Name7H357:INTERNAL MEDICINE & DIVISIONS - ENDOCRINWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level40Salary Range$15.30-24.50/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education

AA

Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsMoving and lifting object from floor to above shoulders up to 25 pounds. Standing and sitting at computer terminals and laboratory bench completing repetitive tasks for extensive periods of time. Continuous working with materials requiring personal protective equipment in accord with EH&S policy.ShiftPrimarily Days Monday – Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm, some evenings and weekends may be required due to experimentation.Job SummaryThe Laboratory Technician will support a range of biomedical research projects in an academic laboratory setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with experimental procedures, sample collection and processing, routine molecular and biochemical assays, and general laboratory maintenance. The technician will help maintain accurate records, ensure compliance with safety and regulatory guidelines, and support data organization and analysis.

This position is well suited for a detail-oriented individual seeking hands-on research experience and the opportunity to contribute to ongoing scientific studies, publications, and grant-funded projects.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesMouse/ra care (inc. dissections), molecular biology, Excel, attention to detail, verbal and written English-language proficiency.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceBachelor’s degree in a science-related field and several years of successful independent work.Deadline to Apply01/18/2026Our University CommunityWe 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 (*).

1. * Please indicate your years of paid lab experience with animal studies.
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
2. * Please indicate your years of paid wet-lab analytical experience.
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter