Laboratory Technician

University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title Laboratory Technician

Requisition Number RE50199

Working Title Lab Tech

Department Name 7H85R:SURGERY-RESEARCH

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

AA

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Required Related Experience

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Pulling, pushing not greater than 10 lbs., standing for long periods of time.

Shift

Monday through Friday, 8:00AM – 5:00PM. Weekends as requested.

Job Summary

The department of Surgery-Research in the College of Medicine is seeking a Laboratory Technician.

Our lab focuses on understanding the role of altered metabolism and DNA repair in the development of early onset colorectal cancer. Our goal is to characterize early onset colorectal cancer and determine the mechanism by which early onset colorectal cancer occurs.

We utilize a multidisciplinary approach using a combination of cell culture, mouse models, and human tissue to study cell signaling pathways in colon cancer models. The Laboratory Technician will work closely with the Principle Investigator to maintain the lab, perform experiments, and analyze data.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Preferred Associates Degree or equivalent.

Deadline to Apply 06/04/2025

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.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

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.

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