Molecular Diagnostics Technician — Veterinary Lab

University of Kentucky; Lexington, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional benefits

Free parking

Mentoring program

Job summary

The University of Kentucky’s Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (UKVDL) seeks a Diagnostic Technician to support molecular diagnostics and animal health initiatives. Join a collaborative team at Coldstream Research Campus with strong mentoring and professional development programs.

Primary duties include processing specimens, running assays, recording results, and assisting in staff training. Excellent benefits and a supportive workplace culture are provided.

Qualifications

• MS Office applications including Access, Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Experience with bioinformatics software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process specimens and run diagnostic assays in the Molecular Section.
• Evaluate results and report findings with proper documentation.
• Manage databases and assist in training other staff as needed.

Skills

MS Office

Bioinformatics

Education

Bachelor of Science

Job description

The University of Kentucky’s Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (UKVDL) seeks a Diagnostic Technician to support molecular diagnostics and animal health initiatives. Join a collaborative team at Coldstream Research Campus with strong mentoring and professional development programs.

Primary duties include processing specimens, running assays, recording results, and assisting in staff training. Excellent benefits and a supportive workplace culture are provided.