Scientist I

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleScientist IRequisition NumberRE54710Working TitleBacteriology SupervisorDepartment Name81250:VETERINARY DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORYWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level44Salary Range$43,805-70,075/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education

MS

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

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsOccasional pulling, lifting or pushing objects up to 50 lbs.; extended periods of sitting and/or standing/ and exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, burns, cuts/punctures, bloodborne/airborne pathogens, recombinant DNA or viral vectors, animal handling (including carcasses) and animal pathological specimens.ShiftMonday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM/40 hours (occasional weekends and/or holidays possible).Job SummaryThe Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory seeks a Scientist I/Bacteriology Supervisor.

The duties of this position include: Culture and isolation of microorganisms, assure that all the specimens are processed. Perform and oversee the operation of MALDI-TOF. Perform antimicrobial susceptibility test. Implement and maintain quality of program. Manage and supervise Bacteriology/Mycology Section. Assist faculty member/section chief of bacteriology section to provide quality and efficient technical work in a veterinary diagnostic bacteriology lab to contribute to the long term profitability of primary producers of animal industry. Assist faculty member/section chief with special projects as needed.
This position is located at the Coldstream Research Campus off Newtown Pike (great location and free parking). For additional information on the UKVDL, please click here.

Work Location: UKVDL, 1490 Bull Lea Road, Lexington, KY 40511Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesAbility to interact with state-of-the-art laboratory information management system (LIMS)Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? YesPreferred Education/ExperienceDiagnostic bacteriology/mycology experience; QA/QC experience, LIMS experience.

Deadline to Apply06/26/2026Our University CommunityWe 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 or whether the person is a smoker or nonsmoker, as long as the person complies with University regulation concerning smoking.

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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How many years experience do you have in a laboratory setting?
   • None
   • More than 0 up to and including 1 year
   • Over 1 year up to and including 5 years
   • Over 5 years up to and including 10 years
   • Over 10 years
2. * How many years of employment experience do you have in a veterinary diagnostic laboratory?
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years, up through 10 years
   • More than 10 years
3. * How many years experience do you have in microbiology?
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
4. * How would you describe your level of experience with quality control/quality assurance?
   • None
   • Minimal
   • Moderate
   • Extensive

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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