"Diagnostic Technician"

Job Details

Job Title: Diagnostic Technician

Requisition Number: RE52737

Working Title: Diagnostic Technician Molecular

Department Name: 81250:VETERINARY DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORY

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Grade Level: 41

Salary Range: $15.83-25.30/hour

Type of Position: Staff

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required Education: BA

Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience: 3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification: None

Physical Requirements: Occasional lifting and/or pulling up to 25 pounds; extended periods of sitting.

Shift: Days; Monday–Friday; 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Job Summary:

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (UKVDL) develops and applies state-of-the-art diagnostic methodology to improve animal health and marketability, to protect the public health and to assist in the preservation of the human-animal bond through the principles of One Health. For additional information on the UKVDL, please click here.

This position in the Molecular Section of the UKVDL is responsible for processing specimens; running diagnostic assays; evaluating results; keeping proper records and reporting results; database management; bioinformatics; and assisting in the training of other employees as needed.

This position is located at the Coldstream Research Campus off Newtown Pike (great location and free parking). As a part of the University of Kentucky , we also offer exceptional benefits.

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment fosters a supportive workplace with professional development opportunities, including a formal mentoring program and staff development fund. To find out more about MG C.A.F.E. and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky, Click Here.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities: MS Office including Access, Excel, Word, Outlook, and Specialty Bioinformatics Software.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? : No

Preferred Education/Experience: Bachelor of Science.

Deadline to Apply: 01/20/2026