Laboratory Technician Senior

University of Kentucky; Lexington, Northern (KY, KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY is seeking a Laboratory Technician Sr. to join Dr. Elizabeth Abshire's RNA biology lab. This newly established lab will study how cells respond to environmental signals by regulating mRNA metabolism.

The successful candidate should be highly motivated, possess strong communication and organizational skills, and be eager to learn and contribute to research. Experience with aseptic technique and cell culture is preferred.

Qualifications

• One year of prior experience in a laboratory setting.
• Experience with aseptic/sterile technique and basic molecular biology.
• Bachelor’s degree with laboratory exposure is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Join the RNA biology lab led by Dr. Elizabeth Abshire to study mRNA metabolism.
• Perform routine lab tasks, maintain cultures, and assist with experiments.
• Apply aseptic techniques, document results, and support data collection.
• Attach resume with three professional references when applying.

Skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Pipetting

Sterile technique

Mammalian cell culture

Molecular biology techniques

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Department Name 7H180:Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 40

Salary Range

Salary Range $15.61-24.99/hour

Type of Position

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

BS

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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.

Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree with at least one year of full-time lab experience.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 09/15/2026

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Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

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