Laboratory Scientist/UKHC

Job Title
Laboratory Scientist/UKHC

Requisition Number
RE54949

Working Title
Laboratory Scientist - Special Chemistry Laboratory

Department Name
H3200:Laboratory Services

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
10

Salary Range
$23.25-39.10/hour

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

BS

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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting and walking for long periods of time, computer use, and repetitive motions.

Shift

Primary shift may be 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift including weekends and holidays. May be asked to cover other shifts based on the needs of the department.

Job Summary

The Laboratory Scientist/UKHC will be responsible for performing laboratory testing in a fast-paced academic medical center. The Laboratory provides services to all aspects of the Level I trauma center and throughout the healthcare enterprise, including solid organ and bone marrow transplant, KY Children’s Hospital, and Markey Cancer Center.

The Special Chemistry Laboratory utilizes advanced LC/MS/MS and GCMS techniques, immunochemistry, and electrophoresis . Laboratory Scientists in this lab are able to grow their skill set in new and advancing testing techniques.

This CAP and AABB-Accredited Laboratory at the University of Kentucky showcase the use of state-of-the-art instrumentation and technology.

IMPORTANT: Resumes and CVs cannot be substituted for a completed application. Incomplete applications could disqualify you from being considered for this position. To be considered for this position you must fully complete the online application being sure to only put one (1) job title for each entry (multiple job titles for one employer must have separate entries), the # of hours worked per week and your ending salary. All job titles and dates must correspond with those appearing on your resume.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Multitasking, customer service, trouble shooting, and critical thinking skills.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or Medical Technology preferred. Experience using gas chromatographs, mass spectrometers, and/or liquid chromatographs preferred.

Deadline to Apply
07/05/2026

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