Laboratory Technician Senior

Job Title
Laboratory Technician Senior

Requisition Number
RE52933

Working Title

Department Name
81080:ENTOMOLOGY

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

Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

1 yr

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Requires lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds.

Shift

Monday-Friday (37.5 hours per week); Days (Typically 8:00am-5:00pm).

Job Summary

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food & Environment department of Entomology seeks a Fruit Fly Laboratory Technician Senior. The Laboratory Technician Sr. will contribute to the research programs and training in pest management in the Department of Entomology.

Responsibilities include:

• collecting and documenting data
• rearing insects
• preparing diets
• maintaining laboratory safety standards

We’re looking for someone who brings strong communication, organizational, laboratory technique, and computer skills.

Why Join Us?
At the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, you’ll find a community that values collaboration, growth, and recognition. Benefits of joining our team include:

• A formal mentoring program to support your professional development
• Access to a staff development fund for continued learning and skill building
• Dedicated staff recognition programs that celebrate your contributions
• A shared commitment to making the University of Kentucky the University of, for, and with Kentucky

For additional information about the Entomology department 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

MS Excel

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Requires knowledge and skills associated with research, typically obtained through a four-year college degree.

Deadline to Apply
01/23/2026

Our University Community

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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.