Laboratory Technician

Job Title
Laboratory Technician

Requisition Number
RE56284

Working Title

Department Name
7H180:Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
40

Salary Range
$15.61-24.99/hour

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

AA

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Required Related Experience

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Occasional repetitive motion, sitting and/or standing for long periods of time. Occasional lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 20 lbs.

Shift

Monday through Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm.

Job Summary

The Department of Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry at the University of Kentucky is seeking a full time laboratory technician to join the laboratory of Dr. Weikang Cai.

The lab focuses on using transgenic mouse models to understand the mechanisms of glial cells in depression and neuronal degenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease. Daily tasks include preparing solutions, performing PCR, DNA and protein gel eletrophoresis, and western blotting, immunostaining, cyrostat sectioning, etc. Additionally, the incumbent will serve a supportive role in ongoing projects by assisting with genotyping, injection, tissue collection and other essential tasks. Based on experience and time availability, work may also involve organizing laboratory inventories and maintaining routine lab supplies.

Organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to follow instructions are critical. Previous experience with mouse husbandry is preferred. Competitive salary will be based on experience.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Email, Excel, MS windows or Mac

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree and some lab experience (part-time is acceptable)

Deadline to Apply
11/10/2026

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