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Laboratory Technician Senior

University of Kentucky

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Job Title
Laboratory Technician Senior
Requisition Number
RE50592
Working Title
Laboratory Technician Senior
Department Name
81250:VETERINARY DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORY
Work Location
Coldstream campus – Lexington, KY
Grade Level
40
Salary Range
$15.30-24.50/hour
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education

BS

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Required Related Experience

1 yr

Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting at computer for extended periods of time, repetitive motion, and general lab duties. Lifting, pushing, pulling of objects up to 50 lbs.
Shift
Days; Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Weekend or holiday work may be required in rare instances.
Job Summary
The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (VDL) seeks a Laboratory Technician Senior.
VDL develops and applies state-of-the-art diagnostic methodology to improve animal health and marketability, to protect the public health and to assist in the preservation of the human-animal bond through the principles of One Health.
The Laboratory Technician Senior is responsible for day-to-day testing in a high-volume laboratory setting with the purpose of monitoring and diagnosis of disease in animals, while safeguarding the health of the animal population. Duties will primarily consist of poultry testing in serology (ELISA, Plate Agglutination, AGID) and molecular biology (PCR) sections as well as bacteriology (culture and ID). Responsible for reporting results and verifying all required information on submitted regulatory forms (state and federal).

This position is located at the Coldstream Research Campus off Newtown Pike (great location and free parking). As a part of the University of Kentucky, we also offer exceptional benefits. The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment fosters a supportive workplace with professional development opportunities, including a formal mentoring program and staff development fund. 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.

For additional information on the UKVDL, please click here.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Basic knowledge of computers is necessary for using LIMS, also for email, communication
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
06/24/2025
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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