HLA Laboratory Scientist/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The HLA Laboratory Scientist/ UKHC at the University of Kentucky will perform high-complexity testing within an academic medical center, supporting transplant and oncology services. A transcript must be provided, and the role supports hematology and immunology workflows across CAP/ASHI accredited labs.

Experience in a clinical lab is preferred; responsibilities include data analysis, reporting results, and collaboration with transplant and cancer centers.

Qualifications

• Experience in a clinical laboratory preferred.
• Knowledge of histocompatibility, hematology, immunology, and/or blood banking, including processing and/or cryopreservation concepts and practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing in a fast-paced academic medical center.
• Analyze and report results of high complexity laboratory tests in the Immuno-Molecular Pathology Laboratory.

Skills

Multitasking

Computer skills

Customer service

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Job description

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. The Laboratory Services department has a variety of specialties and areas. For more information about any of our job openings, contact Jeff Bush, Enterprise Director at [e-mail].

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

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

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

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

Deadline to Apply 11/23/2026

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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Please choose the answer that best describes your paid employment experience with histocompatibility testing.
  • None
  • More than 0, up through 1 year
  • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
  • More than 3 years
• * Please choose the answer that best describes your years of paid, full-time employment experience in a clinical laboratory setting.
  • None
  • More than 0, up through 1 year
  • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
  • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
  • More than 5 years
• * Please choose the answer that best describes your paid employment experience with PCR-based molecular testing.
  • None
  • More than 0, up through 1 year
  • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
  • More than 3 years
• * Describe a complicated HLA cross match that you have worked on and what made it complicated.

  (Open Ended Question)