Laboratory Technician

University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details Posting Details

Job TitleLaboratory TechnicianRequisition NumberRE52952Working TitleDepartment Name7H051:Cardiovascular Research CenterWork 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 Saha CVRC at the University of Kentucky is seeking a Laboratory Technician oversee the administrative, operational, and compliance functions of a growing biomedical research laboratory. Responsibilities include managing laboratory ordering, billing, and inventory; coordinating safety training and regulatory compliance; overseeing laboratory operations and equipment maintenance; and establishing and maintaining the laboratory website and internal communications.

Preferred qualifications include experience with laboratory procurement systems, inventory management, safety and compliance coordination, and administrative support in an academic research environment. However, candidates lacking direct laboratory management experience but possessing a positive attitude, strong organizational skills, and the ability to learn new administrative and operational processes will be seriously considered, provided they meet the minimum requirementsSkills / Knowledge / AbilitiesBasic computer skills (e.g., MS windows, excel) )Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceBachelor’s degree and several years of successful independent work.Deadline to Apply01/27/2026Our 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 experience with ordering, billing, and inventory management.

   (Open Ended Question)

2. * Please indicate your years of paid experience with establishing or maintaining a laboratory or organizational website

   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Curriculum Vita
2. Cover Letter

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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