Laboratory Technician Senior University of Kentucky - 4.1 Lexington, KY Job Details Full-time $15.61 - $24.99 an hour 15 hours ago Qualifications Laboratory document review Bachelor's degree Full Job Description Posting Details Job Title Laboratory Technician Senior Requisition Number RE55381 Working Title Department Name 7H051:

Cardiovascular Research Center Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 40 Salary Range $15.61-24.99/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 Moving and lifting object from floor to above shoulders up to 25 pounds. Standing and sitting at computer terminals and laboratory bench completing repetitive tasks for extensive periods of time. Working with materials requiring personal protective equipment in accord with EH&S policy. Shift Normal shift is 8 hours during weekdays, but some evening or weekend periods may be necessary. Job Summary The Saha CVRC is seeking a Lab Technician Senior who will work in Dr. Diego Lucero's lab and be affiliated with a large research group, facilitating laboratory organization and performing in vitro and in vivo experiments related to blood diseases. Daily work activities will require performing experiments, recording data, communicating with others in the group, and strong observational skills. Duties include organizing items for experiments, conducting, analyzing, and recording experimental data; overseeing students' work; and cleaning and maintaining all lab glassware and equipment. Must be able to review laboratory manuals, protocols, and techniques, making minor modifications as needed. Review experimental results with the faculty supervisor for reliability by comparing data obtained from previous experiments. Proficiency in handling and performing basic procedures on laboratory animals is desired. Laboratory management activities include compliance with all applicable regulations.

Skills / Knowledge

/ Abilities Basic lab skills, (e.g., pipetting); basic computer skills (e.g., MS windows, excel); laboratory animal handing skills. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Degree in a related field, science preferred. Deadline to Apply 08/13/2026 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.