Diagnostic Technician

Job Title
Diagnostic Technician


Requisition Number
RE51263


Working Title

Department Name
81250:VETERINARY DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORY


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
41


Salary Range
$15.83-25.30/hour


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education


BA




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


Required Related Experience


3 yrs




Required License/Registration/Certification

None



Physical Requirements

Occasional handling of items up to 50 lbs; extended periods of sitting and/or standing; and exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, burns, cuts/punctures, bloodborne/airborne pathogens, recombinant DNA or viral vectors, animal handling (including carcasses) and animal pathological specimens



Shift

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM with occasional weekends and some possible holidays.



Job Summary

The University of Kentucky Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (UKVDL) develops and applies state-of-the-art diagnostic methodology to improve animal health and marketability, to protect the public health and to assist in the preservation of the human-animal bond through the principles of One Health. For additional information on the UKVDL, please click here.

This position is a vital member of the team serving as a Diagnostic Technician in the Bacteriology Section, whose duties include isolating, identifying and determining antimicrobial susceptibilities of bacteria and fungi that cause diseases in animals as well as media preparation, inventory checking and procurement, assistance with maintaining the QA/QC program and writing reports.

This position is located at the Coldstream Research Campus off Newtown Pike (great location and free parking).

As a part of the University of Kentucky, we also offer exceptional benefits. The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment fosters a supportive workplace with professional development opportunities, including a formal mentoring program and staff development fund. To find out more about M-G CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky, Click Here.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Attention to detail.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Experience working in a laboratory (Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, bacteriology section preferred).



Deadline to Apply
08/21/2025


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.


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 background check and/or drug screen.