Job TitleLaboratory TechnicianRequisition NumberRE50642Working TitleDepartment Name7H180:Molecular and Cellular BiochemistryWork 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/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Occasional repetitive motion, sitting and/or standing for long periods of time. Occasional lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 20lbs.
Shift
Monday through Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm.
Job Summary
The Department of Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry at the University of Kentucky is seeking a full time laboratory technician to join the laboratory of Dr. Weikang Cai.
The lab focuses on using transgenic mouse models to understand the mechanisms of glial cells in depression and neuronal degenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease.
Daily tasks include preparing solutions, performing PCR, DNA and protein gel electrophoresis, and western blotting, immunostaining, cryostat sectioning, etc.
Additionally, the incumbent will serve a supportive role in ongoing projects by assisting with genotyping, injection, tissue collection and other essential tasks.
Based on experience and time availability, work may also involve organizing laboratory inventories and maintaining routine lab supplies.
Organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to follow instructions are critical. Previous experience with mouse husbandry is preferred. Competitive salary will be based on experience.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Email, Excel, MS windows or Mac
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree and some lab experience (part-time is acceptable).
Deadline to Apply07/01/2025Our University Community
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