Laboratory Technician Senior

Job Title
Laboratory Technician Senior


Requisition Number
RE50826


Working Title

Department Name
81240:REGULATORY SERVICES


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


BS




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


Required Related Experience


1 yr




Required License/Registration/Certification

None



Physical Requirements

Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time; ability to work in a hot and dusty environment; manual dexterity to perform repetitive tasks; ability to lift up to 40 lbs.



Shift

Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:30 pm (37.5 hrs/week)



Job Summary

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, Department of Regulatory Services seeks a Laboratory Technician Senior. The Laboratory Technician prepares samples for analysis in the Feed and Fertilizer regulatory laboratory and assists in other labs as needed. Finely ground samples are prepared by splitting, grinding, sieving, and subsampling original samples. Speed and accuracy are important to maintain good turnaround time and quality results. Individual will also aid in the analysis of some sample tests with weighing samples, performing sample extractions, and cleaning glassware. Safe laboratory procedures must be followed.

Additional duties include maintaining laboratory equipment, ordering supplies, and coordinating with instrument vendors for troubleshooting and preventative maintenance. Assist or participate in interdepartmental laboratory work, cross-training with similar positions may be necessary and assigned as needed. As a key team member, the Laboratory Technician Senior will contribute to upholding high standards and ensuring the delivery of superior agricultural products. 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.

For additional information on Regulatory Services, please Click Here. 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

Software – spreadsheet, database, word processor/lab – weigh & digest samples, keep lab records



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
07/24/2025


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