Microbiology Technician - Military veterans preferred

Date Posted: 2025-08-27
Company: University of Kentucky
Job Category: Other

Salary Range: /yr
Types of Work:
  employee   contract

Location:
City: Lexington
State: Kentucky
Zip code: 40502
Country: United States

University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job TitleMicrobiology TechnicianRequisition NumberDU13781Department Name81250:VETERINARY DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORYWork LocationLexington, KYSalary Range$15.00/hrType of PositionStudentPosition Time Status Part-TimeRequired Education

N/A

Required Related Experience

N/A

Required License/Registration/Certification

N/A

Physical Requirements

Will need to be able to lift up to 30 lbs and maneuver through the Microbiology areas. Physical exertion of 30 minutes or more at a time.

Shift

Weekdays Approximately 20-25 hours per week.

Job Summary

This job will be in the Bacteriology/Mycology sections of the UKVDL with duties that include: Heat-sterilizing spent biologics, culture media, and tissue samples to render them noninfectious. Prepare quality media to support adequate growth of microorganisms. Other duties as assigned.

Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience

Previous microbiology-related experience or lab-based coursework.

Deadline to Apply09/05/2025Our 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.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

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.

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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