University of Kentucky · 2 hours ago
Laboratory Technician
Greater Lexington Area
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$15.30/hr - $24.50/hr
0+ years expThe University of Kentucky is seeking a Laboratory Technician to oversee the administrative, operational, and compliance functions of a growing biomedical research laboratory. Responsibilities include managing laboratory ordering, billing, and inventory; coordinating safety training and regulatory compliance; and overseeing laboratory operations and equipment maintenance.
AgricultureEducation
Responsibilities
Managing laboratory ordering, billing, and inventory
Coordinating safety training and regulatory compliance
Overseeing laboratory operations and equipment maintenance
Establishing and maintaining the laboratory website and internal communications
Qualification
Required
AA
No experience required
None
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
Continuous working with materials requiring personal protective equipment in accord with EH&S policy
Basic computer skills (e.g., MS windows, excel)
Preferred
Experience with laboratory procurement systems
Inventory management
Safety and compliance coordination
Administrative support in an academic research environment
Bachelor's degree and several years of successful independent work
Company
University of Kentucky
The University of Kentucky is a public, research-extensive, land grant university dedicated to improving people's lives through excellence in teaching, research, health care, cultural enrichment, and economic development for over 150 years.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (164)
2024 (136)
2023 (113)
2022 (112)
2021 (120)
2020 (113)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$12.55MKey Investors
U.S. Department of AgricultureNational Institute of Food and AgricultureNational Science Foundation
2024-09-16Grant· $0.91M
2024-07-22Grant· $0.77M
2024-02-22Grant· $0.87M
Leadership Team
Angela Martin
VP Financial Planning and Chief Budget Officer
Gary Johnson
Chief Innovation Officer & Vice President of Pharmacy Services
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