Laboratory Technician Senior

University of Kentucky; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking a Laboratory Technician Senior in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry. The role involves joining Dr. Elizabeth Abshire's lab to study RNA biology and mRNA metabolism.

The candidate should be highly motivated with excellent communication and organizational skills and a desire to contribute to research efforts in the lab. Required: at least one year of lab experience, aseptic technique, mammalian cell culture, and molecular biology methods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with at least one year of full-time lab experience.
• Experience with aseptic/sterile technique and basic molecular biology techniques.
• Proficient with Excel, Word and PowerPoint; strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory tasks and support ongoing experiments.
• Maintain sterile technique and assist with mammalian cell culture and molecular biology work.
• Prepare solutions, pipette, and document results clearly.
• Collaborate with team and report findings to the supervisor.

Skills

Excel

Word

Powerpoint

Pipetting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title: Laboratory Technician Senior

Requisition Number: RE54629

Working Title: Lab Tech Sr.

Department Name: 7H180:Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Grade Level: 40

Salary Range: $15.61-24.99/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: 1 yr

Required License/Registration/Certification: None

Physical Requirements: Occasional lifting / carrying of objects up to 20 lbs. Regular repetitive motion and sitting or standing for prolonged periods.

Shift: Monday-Friday 9:00 am- 5:00 pm, some evening and weekend hours possible due to experiments, but not exceeding 40h/week

Job Summary

The Department of Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry seeks a Laboratory Technician Sr. to join the lab of Dr. Elizabeth Abshire.

This newly established RNA biology lab will study how cells respond to signals from their environment by regulating mRNA metabolism. The successful applicant should be highly motivated, have excellent communication and organizational skills, and a desire to learn and contribute to research in the lab.

The applicant should have at least one year of previous experience in a laboratory setting. Experience with aseptic/sterile technique, mammalian cell culture, and molecular biology techniques is desired. Please attach your resume with three professional references.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities: Excel, Word, and Powerpoint. Some experience with basic lab skills including pipetting, making solutions, and sterile/aseptic technique.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree with at least one year of full-time lab experience.

Deadline to Apply: 09/15/2026

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