Laboratory Technician Senior

Job Title
Laboratory Technician Senior

Requisition Number
RE54745

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 handling of light-weight objects up to 10 pounds, or some standing or walking.

Shift

Days, Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (37.5 hours/week)

Job Summary

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, Department of Entomology, seeks a Laboratory Technician Senior to support integrated pest management (IPM) research and Extension programs focused on specialty crop systems (fruit and vegetable production). Under the direction of the project director, this position will:

• coordinate and conduct field and laboratory research activities
• assist with insect monitoring and trapping programs
• maintain research plots and equipment
• collect and manage data
• support Extension demonstrations and educational programs
• assist with training and supervision of student employees

The successful candidate will play an important role in generating research-based information for Kentucky growers and supporting Extension outreach efforts across the Commonwealth. Responsibilities include:

• coordinating research activities
• maintaining laboratory and field inventories
• ensuring compliance with safety protocols
• assisting with data analysis and reporting
• contributing to presentations, publications, and educational materials

This position includes exceptional benefits and opportunities for professional growth and development. For additional information on the Department of Entomology, please Click Here. The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is a welcoming workplace that offers a variety of employee enhancement initiatives, including a formal mentoring program and a staff professional development fund. Learn more about how Martin-Gatton CAFE supports the mission of the University of Kentucky as the University of, for, and with Kentucky.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

The ideal candidate will have proficiency using a microscope and strong computer skills, primarily experience with Microsoft Office. This position will require initiative, high attention to detail, strong interpersonal, planning and organizational skills as well as the ability to work independently.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Preferred candidates will have a Bachelor’s of Science in Biology, Entomology or related discipline;

Driver’s License – preferred

Deadline to Apply
06/23/2026

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