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University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleLaboratory TechnicianRequisition NumberRE52407Working TitleDepartment Name7K300:PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCESWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level40Salary Range$15.30-24.50/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education

AA

Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsSitting and standing for long periods of time. Lifting, pushing, pulling of objects up to 20 lbs. Exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, bloodborne/airborne pathogens and animal handling. Effectively communicating with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

ShiftMonday Friday, with some possible nights and weekends depending upon research project.Job SummaryThe College of Pharmacy at the University of Kentucky is seeking to hire a Laboratory Technician for the laboratory of Dr. Chang Guo Zhan.

The Technician will be responsible for the preparation of experimental materials (including site-directed mutagenesis, protein expression, and purification etc.) for in vitro and in vivo assays. They will carry out in vitro and in vivo experiments. In vivo studies include the animal behavioral tests, drug injections, blood/tissue sample collections, and analysis of the blood/tissue samples.

The Technician will maintain supply and sample inventory, organize lab space, maintain safety documentation, manage chemical and biohazard waste.

Internal Employee Being ConsideredSkills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceBachelor's degree and 2 years experience preferred.Deadline to Apply11/30/2025Our University CommunityWe 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

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please choose the answer that best describes your amount of paid, full-time employment experience with performing in vivo AND in vitro experiments.
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 2 years
   • More than 2 years, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

PI280085279