Histology Technologist in Lexington, Kentucky at University of Kentucky

Job Description:

University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title Histology Technologist

Requisition Number RE46343

Working Title Histology Technician

Department Name 81250:VETERINARY DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORY

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 40

Salary Range $15.30-24.50/hour

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

AS

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

Required Related Experience

1 yr

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 lbs. Prolonged periods of sitting and repetitive hand/arm motions.

Shift

Days: Mon-Fri: 7:00AM – 3:30 PM; 8 hrs/day (40 hrs/week).

Job Summary

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (VDL) seeks a Histology Technologist. This technician will assist veterinary pathologists in efforts to diagnose animal diseases by preparing histology slides for microscopic examination through carrying out all phases of processing of tissues for routine and special histology. The position is located at the Coldstream Research Campus off Newtown Pike (great location and free parking) and offers outstanding benefits. For additional information on the UKVDL, please click here.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Tissue embedding, microtomy, tissue section staining, reagents preparation, handling

of hazardous waste and trimming of formalized tissue specimens is required. Skills

should include manual dexterity, attention to detail. Filing blocks and slides; data entry

is required. Background in biology and chemistry preferred.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Veterinary Technician experience.

Deadline to Apply 08/07/2024

University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

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 check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Describe your experiences in a laboratory setting (specifically address any veterinary laboratory experience).

(Open Ended Question)

* How would you rate your experience and skill as a histology technician?

None

Some

Moderate

Strong

Expert

* Describe any experience performing routine histology technician work in a human or veterinary laboratory (specifically address tissue trimming, embedding, microtomy, H&E staining and histochemical & immunohistochemical techniques).

(Open Ended Question)

* What experience do you have with a Quality Assurance/Quality Control Program (including following standard operating procedures)?

(Open Ended Question)

* Describe any experience you have in a veterinary clinic setting.

(Open Ended Question)

* Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?

HigherEdJobs.com

Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)

HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)

InsightIntoDiversity.com

Latinosinhighered.com

Indeed.com

A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member

UK Job Fair

None of the Above

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

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