Laboratory Scientist/Certified/UKHC

Laboratory Scientist/Certified/UKHC

Requisition Number:

RE50261

Working Title:

Laboratory Scientist - Special Chemistry

Department Name:

H3200:Laboratory Services

Work Location:

Lexington, KY

Grade Level:

11

Salary Range:

$26.00-45.70/hour

Type of Position:

Staff

Position Time Status :

Full-Time

Required Education:

BS

Click here for more information about equivalencies: Required Related Experience:

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification:

Certification

Physical Requirements:

Sitting and walking for long periods of time, computer use, and repetitive motions.

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:

The Laboratory Scientist/UKHC will be responsible for performing laboratory testing in a fast-paced academic medical center. The Laboratory provides services to all aspects of the Level I trauma center and throughout the healthcare enterprise, including solid organ and bone marrow transplant, KY Childrens Hospital, and Markey Cancer Center.

The Special Chemistry Laboratory utilizes advanced LC/MS/MS techniques and is one of the few labs utilizing this technology in the region. This lab also provides immunochemistry testing and has the only 24/7 toxicology lab in the state. Laboratory Scientists in this lab are able to be a part of method development and evaluation and utilize and grow their skill set in new and advancing testing techniques.

This CAP and AABB Accredited Laboratory at the University of Kentucky showcase the use of state-of-the-art instrumentation and technology.

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, customer service, trouble shooting, and critical thinking skills. Internet searches, MS Window Excel, knowledge of reference laboratory specimen and shipping requirements.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :

No

Preferred Education/Experience:

Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Biology, or Medical Technology preferred. Experience using gas chromatographs, mass spectrometers, and/or liquid chromatographs preferred.

Deadline to Apply:

05/19/2025

Our University Community:

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