Laboratory Technician

Job Title
Laboratory Technician


Requisition Number
RE50199


Working Title
Lab Tech


Department Name
7H85R:SURGERY-RESEARCH


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


AA




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Required Related Experience


No experience required.




Required License/Registration/Certification

None



Physical Requirements

Pulling, pushing not greater than 10 lbs., standing for long periods of time.



Shift

Monday through Friday, 8:00AM – 5:00PM. Weekends as requested.



Job Summary

The department of Surgery-Research in the College of Medicine is seeking a Laboratory Technician.

Our lab focuses on understanding the role of altered metabolism and DNA repair in the development of early onset colorectal cancer. Our goal is to characterize early onset colorectal cancer and determine the mechanism by which early onset colorectal cancer occurs.

We utilize a multidisciplinary approach using a combination of cell culture, mouse models, and human tissue to study cell signaling pathways in colon cancer models. The Laboratory Technician will work closely with the Principle Investigator to maintain the lab, perform experiments, and analyze data.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Preferred Associates Degree or equivalent.



Deadline to Apply
06/04/2025


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