HLA Laboratory Scientist/UKHC

U K Healthcare Ltd; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking an HLA Laboratory Scientist for UKHC in Lexington, KY. The role involves high-complexity testing in a fast-paced academic medical center with responsibilities across hematology, immunology and transplant-related testing.

The position requires a BS and offers full-time staff status with shifting schedules (1st/2nd/3rd) and weekend on-call rotation. Candidates with 3+ years in a clinical lab and knowledge of histocompatibility are preferred.

Qualifications

• BS degree required for this position.
• Experience in a clinical laboratory setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of histocompatibility, hematology, immunology and/or blood banking is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-complexity laboratory testing in immuno-molecular pathology.
• Analyze and report results for the Immuno-Molecular Pathology Laboratory.
• Support transfusion medicine and transplant-related testing as part of the Laboratory Services.

Skills

Multitasking

Computer skills

Customer service

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Education

BS

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title: HLA Laboratory Scientist/UKHC

Requisition Number: RE56163

Working Title: HLA Laboratory Scientist

Department Name: H3200:Laboratory Services

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Grade Level: 10

Salary Range: $23.25-39.10/hour

Type of Position: Staff

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required Education: BS

Required Related Experience: 0 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification: None

Physical Requirements: Must be able to remain in a stationary position up to 50% of the time and will have extensive periods of viewing data on PC monitor(s). There will also be periods of lifting objects up to 25 lbs.

Shift: This lab operates 24 hours, 5 days a week. 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift may be available, rotating weekend on-call will be required.

Job Summary

The HLA Laboratory Scientist/ UKHC will be responsible for performing laboratory testing in a fast-paced academic medical center. The Laboratory provides services to all aspects of the Level I trauma center and throughout the healthcare enterprise, including solid organ and bone marrow transplant, KY Children’s Hospital, and Markey Cancer Center. This position is responsible for the analysis and reporting of results of high complexity laboratory tests performed in the Immuno-Molecular Pathology Laboratory. This laboratory section provides laboratory service for hematology/oncology divisions of medicine, as well the University of Kentucky Transplant Center. The section also provides referral service for other institutions. This CAP and ASHI -Accredited Laboratory at the University of Kentucky showcases the use of state-of-the-art instrumentation and technology. You will need to provide an academic transcript to be hired on this position.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Multitasking, computer skills, customer service, troubleshooting, attention to detail.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Three or more years of experience in a clinical laboratory preferred. Knowledge of histocompatibility, hematology, immunology, and/or blood banking, including processing and/or cryopreservation concepts and practices preferred.

Deadline to Apply

11/02/2026

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