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Job Title
Laboratory Technical Specialist/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE53849
Working Title
Laboratory Technical Specialist – Special Chemistry
Department Name
H3200:Laboratory Services
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
12
Salary Range
$30.00-53.67/hour
Type Of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
BS
Click here for more information about equivalencies::
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Lifting up to 25 pounds, standing for long periods of time.
Shift
Primary shift may be 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift including weekends and holidays. May be asked to cover other shifts based on the needs of the department.
Job Summary
This position will keep laboratory operations efficiently through proper instrument maintenance and function; keep toxicology procedures current.
Duties of this position are: Management/Review of QC/QA data for all assays and instrumentation within designated section. Meeting with section directors for monthly report reviews. Review/Update/ Maintain assay procedures as required. Monitors testing personnel’s adherence to procedures. Review results to readily detect errors. Oversees designated area’s supply inventory. Maintains designated area CAP compliance and inspection readiness. Performs staff competency assessments. Both initial and annual. Communicated with team members/lab staff with respect to testing delays, assay/instrument status and other issues affecting their area of responsibility. In times of short staffing, position may require participation in performing patient testing.
IMPORTANT: Resumes and CVs cannot be substituted for a completed application. Incomplete applications could disqualify you from being considered for this position. To be considered for this position you must fully complete the online application being sure to only put one (1) job title for each entry (multiple job titles for one employer must have separate entries), the # of hours worked per week and your ending salary. All job titles and dates must correspond with those appearing on your resume.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Multitasking, computer skills, customer service, troubleshooting, attention to detail.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
BS, MLS preferred
Deadline To Apply
04/07/2026
Our University Community
We 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.
Laboratory Technical Specialist/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE53849
Working Title
Laboratory Technical Specialist – Special Chemistry
Department Name
H3200:Laboratory Services
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
12
Salary Range
$30.00-53.67/hour
Type Of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
BS
Click here for more information about equivalencies::
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Lifting up to 25 pounds, standing for long periods of time.
Shift
Primary shift may be 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift including weekends and holidays. May be asked to cover other shifts based on the needs of the department.
Job Summary
This position will keep laboratory operations efficiently through proper instrument maintenance and function; keep toxicology procedures current.
Duties of this position are: Management/Review of QC/QA data for all assays and instrumentation within designated section. Meeting with section directors for monthly report reviews. Review/Update/ Maintain assay procedures as required. Monitors testing personnel’s adherence to procedures. Review results to readily detect errors. Oversees designated area’s supply inventory. Maintains designated area CAP compliance and inspection readiness. Performs staff competency assessments. Both initial and annual. Communicated with team members/lab staff with respect to testing delays, assay/instrument status and other issues affecting their area of responsibility. In times of short staffing, position may require participation in performing patient testing.
IMPORTANT: Resumes and CVs cannot be substituted for a completed application. Incomplete applications could disqualify you from being considered for this position. To be considered for this position you must fully complete the online application being sure to only put one (1) job title for each entry (multiple job titles for one employer must have separate entries), the # of hours worked per week and your ending salary. All job titles and dates must correspond with those appearing on your resume.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Multitasking, computer skills, customer service, troubleshooting, attention to detail.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
BS, MLS preferred
Deadline To Apply
04/07/2026
Our University Community
We 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.
Salary : $30 - $54