Laboratory Technician Senior

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Saha CVRC at the University of Kentucky is seeking a Lab Technician Senior to join a large research group. You will organize the lab, perform in vitro and in vivo experiments related to blood diseases, record data, and communicate findings to the team.

Responsibilities include preparing experiments, analyzing results, supervising students, maintaining glassware and equipment, and ensuring compliance with protocols and regulatory guidelines. Experience with lab animals is preferred.

Qualifications

• Basic lab skills and ability to perform common procedures.
• Experience with data recording and basic computer tools is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform in vitro and in vivo experiments related to blood diseases and record data.
• Organize lab supplies and oversee students’ work; maintain glassware and equipment.
• Review protocols and results with faculty supervisor; ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Basic lab skills

Pipetting

MS Windows/Excel

Laboratory animal handling

Education

Degree in a related field

Job description

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Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Moving and lifting object from floor to above shoulders up to 25 pounds. Standing and sitting at computer terminals and laboratory bench completing repetitive tasks for extensive periods of time. Working with materials requiring personal protective equipment in accord with EH&S policy.

Shift

Normal shift is 8 hours during weekdays, but some evening or weekend periods may be necessary.

Job Summary

The Saha CVRC is seeking a Lab Technician Senior who will work and be affiliated with a large research group, facilitating laboratory organization and performing in vitro and in vivo experiments related to blood diseases. Daily work activities will require performing experiments, recording data, communicating with others in the group, and strong observational skills. Duties include organizing items for experiments, conducting, analyzing, and recording experimental data; overseeing students’ work; and cleaning and maintaining all lab glassware and equipment. Must be able to review laboratory manuals, protocols, and techniques, making minor modifications as needed. Review experimental results with the faculty supervisor for reliability by comparing data obtained from previous experiments. Proficiency in handling and performing basic procedures on laboratory animals is desired. Laboratory management activities include compliance with all applicable regulations.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Basic lab skills, (e.g., pipetting); basic computer skills (e.g., MS windows, excel); laboratory animal handing skills.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Degree in a related field, science preferred.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 10/29/2026

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Please indicate your years paid working experience within a research laboratory.
  • 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, up through 7 years
  • More than 7 years
• * Please indicate if you have paid working experience with the following techniques: biochemical assays, lipoprotein isolations, gel electrophoresis, and genotyping.
  • I have no paid working experience with the 4 techniques listed.
  • I have paid working experience with all 4 of the techniques listed.
  • I have paid working experience with 3 of the 4 techniques listed.
  • I have paid working experience with 2 of the 4 techniques listed.
  • I have paid working experience with 1 of the 4 techniques listed.