Laboratory Technical Specialist/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Laboratory Technical Specialist at University of Kentucky will oversee a subspecialty within a fast-paced academic medical center laboratory. You will troubleshoot, manage test performance, ensure regulatory compliance, and assist in employee competency and evaluations within the CAP-accredited lab.

Ideal candidates have a BS- MLS and strong multitasking, technical, and customer service skills, with a commitment to accuracy and process improvements in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical lab environment.
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with laboratory information systems.
• Experience supporting quality control and regulatory compliance programs.
• Experience assisting in employee evaluations and competency assessments.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot a subspecialty within a busy laboratory section.
• Manage test performance and quality controls to ensure accuracy.
• Ensure CAP and other regulatory compliance in daily operations.
• Support employee competency development and participate in evaluations.

Skills

Multitasking

Computer skills

Customer service

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Education

BS- MLS

Job description

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Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods. Repetitive motion and lifting up to 25 pounds, sitting or standing for long periods of time.

Shift

Day shift with rotating weekends & holidays. May be asked to cover other shifts based on the needs of the department.

Job Summary

The Laboratory Technical Specialist will be responsible for the technical management of a subspecialty within a laboratory section in a fast-paced academic medical center. The Laboratory provides services to all aspects of this Level I trauma center and throughout the healthcare enterprise, including solid organ and bone marrow transplant, KY Children’s Hospital, and Markey Cancer Center. Primary responsibilities include troubleshooting, managing test performance, quality control, CAP /other regulatory compliance, employee competency and assist in employee evaluations. The CAP -Accredited Laboratory at the University of Kentucky showcases the use of state-of-the-art instrumentation and technology. IMPORTANT : Resumes and CVs cannot be substituted for a completed application. Incomplete applications could disqualify you from being considered for this position. To be considered for this position you must fully complete the online application being sure to only put one (1) job title for each entry (multiple job titles for one employer must have separate entries), the # of hours worked per week and your ending salary. All job titles and dates must correspond with those appearing on your resume.

Internal Employee Being Considered.

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

BS- MLS preferred

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 10/07/2026

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

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