Laboratory Technician

Job Title
Laboratory Technician

Requisition Number
RE52600

Working Title

Department Name
7H016:SPINAL CORD & BRAIN INJURY RES

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

Sitting for periods of time

Shift

Monday through Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm (40hr/week)

Job Summary

The College of Medicine at the University of Kentucky is seeking to hire a Laboratory Technician.

The Technician will be responsible for small animal handling, care, and behavioral assays. They will also perform experimental injury procedures in animal models. They will also have lab management duties, including but not limited to, project management and lab organization.

The Laboratory Technician will also basic lab protocols, including brain processing and immunostaining techniques. They will maintain supply and sample inventory, organize lab space, maintain safety documentation, manage chemical and biohazards.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
12/22/2025

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.

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.