University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job TitleLaboratory TechnicianRequisition NumberRE45948Working TitleLab TechDepartment Name7H016:SPINAL CORD & BRAIN INJURY RESWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level40Salary Range$15.15-24.26/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationAA

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

Required License/Registration/CertificationNone

Physical RequirementsSitting for long periods of time, exposure to experimental animals, tissues, and supplies.

ShiftMonday through Friday, 8:00am 5:00pm (40hrs/wk)

Job Summary

University of Kentucky (UK) Neuroscience Postbaccalaureate Research Education Program (UKNeu- PREP) will provide participants an extensive biomedical research experience in neuroscience, while preparing participants through educational and professional development opportunities to acquire the knowledge, research experience, communication skills, and confidence to successfully navigate the admissions process into a strong, neuroscience graduate program.

UKNeu-PREP participants will work in a neuroscience research laboratory, conducting experiments, acquiring, and analyzing data, presenting data, completing safety training, and maintaining laboratory for 75% of time. The UKNeu-PREPE participants will spend 25% of their time developing educational and professional skills through meetings, workshops, trainingings, and coursework. All UKNeu-PREP must have applied and been selected for the program.

Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesExperience in lab animal research, computer skills, and attention to detail.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceSome research experience and small animal handling.

Deadline to Apply06/25/2024University Community of InclusionThe University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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 check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

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1. Please indicate your years paid working experience within a research laboratory.

• None
• More than 0, up through 1 year
• More than 1 year, up through 3 years
• More than 3 years, up through 5 years
• More than 5 years, up through 7 years
• More than 7 years

1. * University of Kentucky College of Medicine recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within UK College of Medicine, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of the UK College of Medicine values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.
2. (Open Ended Question)
3. * University of Kentucky College of Medicine seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK College of Medicine Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?

• Yes.
• No.

1. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?

• HigherEdJobs.com
• Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
• HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
• InsightIntoDiversity.com
• Latinosinhighered.com
• HospitalCareers.com
• Indeed.com
• LinkedIn.com
• Institute for Diversity in Health Management
• A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
• None of the Above

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents