HLA Laboratory Scientist/UKHC

UK HealthCare; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking an HLA Laboratory Scientist to perform high‑complexity testing in a busy academic medical center. The role supports hematology/oncology and transplant services, using advanced immuno-molecular pathology techniques and state‑of‑the‑art instrumentation.

The position requires a BS, provides diverse shifts (including weekends), and requires an academic transcript at hire; on-site work in Lexington, KY.

Qualifications

• BS degree required.
• 0 yrs related experience stated; 3+ years preferred in clinical laboratory.
• Must provide an academic transcript to be hired.
• Experience with hematology/immunology or blood banking is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing in a fast-paced academic medical center.
• Analyze and report results of high- complexity tests in Immuno-Molecular Pathology.
• Provide laboratory services for hematology/oncology, transplant centers and related departments.
• Support and maintain state-of-the-art instrumentation and quality control.

Skills

Patient specimens handling

Complex testing

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Computer skills

Customer service

Troubleshooting

Education

BS

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title HLA Laboratory Scientist/UKHC

Requisition Number RE54789

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

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

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.

For more information about any of our job openings, contact Jeff Bush, Enterprise Director at [e-mail].

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Experience in handling patient specimens and performing complex testing and analysis. Possesses ability to organize/prioritize work assignments and work independently. 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 hematology, immunology, and/or blood banking, including processing and/or cryopreservation concepts and practices preferred.

Deadline to Apply 09/27/2026

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