Laboratory Technician Senior

University of Kentucky


Posting Details
Posting Details

Job Title Laboratory Technician Senior
Requisition Number RE36736
Working Title
Department Name 81090:Forestry and Natural Resources
Work Location Lexington, Ky
Grade Level 40
Salary Range $15.00-24.02/hour
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education

BS

Click here for more information about equivalencies: http://www.uky.edu/hr/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience

1 yr

Required License/Registration/Certification None.
Physical Requirements Lifting, pushing or pulling items up to 40 lbs., field work includes walking/hiking (some strenuous at times), and sitting for extended periods of time (data management).
Shift Monday-Friday; 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.
Job Summary The College of Agriculture, Food, & Environment, Department of Forestry and Natural Resources seeks a Laboratory Technician Senior. Candidates are sought with 1) demonstrated expertise laboratory set-up and management, Excel, R, SPSS, Sigma Plot, JMP; 2) working knowledge of topic areas such as forest health and ecological restoration, landscape and spatial ecology; and 3) demonstrated knowledge of providing research support by way of field and lab-based data collection; preparing and maintaining research samples for analysis; sample testing, organizing results for the research group, and facilitate storage and/or disposal of samples; preparation and/or editing of manuscripts and other grant proposals/reports. 
 
Responsibilities include laboratory set-up and management; organizing or assisting with field and lab-based collection of data; and research support.
 
The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID-19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted. 
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Microsoft Office, R, SPSS, Sigma Plot, and JMP.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience MS preferred.
Deadline to Apply 11/07/2022
University Community of Inclusion The 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 backgrounds, 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 background check and/or drug screen.

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