University of KentuckyEqual Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleLaboratory TechnicianRequisition NumberRE43519Working TitleLab TechDepartment Name7H400:Microbiology, Immunology & Molecular GenWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level40Salary Range$15.15-24.26/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationAAClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related ExperienceNo experience required.Required License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsOccasional lifting/pushing/moving equipment up to 50 lbs, repetitive motions, sitting for long periods of time.ShiftDay shift.Job SummaryThe Messaoudi lab is looking to fill multiple positions of lab technician. We are seeking individuals who is interested in contributing to projects investigating the impact of nutrition, infection and age on the immune system. They will also contribute to the maintenance of laboratory equipment and inventories of reagents /lab supplies and general lab organization.Specific responsibilities include: 1) Performing standard immunological assays such as flow cytometry, ELISA, ELISPOT, luminex, to measure various aspects of immune responses under homeostasis and disease conditions; 2) perform standard molecular biology and cell culture experiments including Western Blot, qPCR, plasmid cloning, passaging cells and transfection; 3) Generation of libraries for next-generation sequencing (RNASeq, ATAC-Seq, ChIP-Seq); Analyze experimental data and interpret results to contribute to manuscript and grants reports. Person has to be willing to work with human and nonhuman primate specimens.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesProficiency in Microsoft tools.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceBachelor degree in a related field (immunology, microbiology, biology) and prior research experience is preferred. Applicants comfortable using R studio, Python, Linux are strongly encouraged to apply.Deadline to Apply02/01/2024University 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 QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk ().1. * The College of Medicine seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, student, and colleague we encounter. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the College of Medicine values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork? * Yes No2. * The College of Medicine recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within our college, 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 these values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience. (Open Ended Question)3. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system? * InsideHigherEd.com* HigherEdJobs.com* Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education) * Latinosinhighered.com* HospitalCareers.com* Indeed.com* LinkedIn.com* Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (hercjobs.org)* A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member * Careerbuilder.com* UK Job Fair* None of the AboveApplicant DocumentsRequired Documents1. Curriculum Vita2. Cover LetterOptional Documents Apply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/mXnbAEf5NxjEOs2QXc44jzPI235555063