University of KentuckyEqual Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleLaboratory TechnicianRequisition NumberRE43603Working TitleLab TechDepartment Name7H051:Cardiovascular Research CenterWork 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 RequirementsMoving and lifting object from floor to above shoulders up to 25 pounds. Standing and sitting at computer terminals and laboratory bench completing repetitive tasks for extensive periods of time. Continuous working with materials requiring personal protective equipment in accord with EH&S policy.ShiftPrimarily day shift. Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm. Some evenings and weekends may be required due to experimentation.Job SummaryOverweight and Obesity is an epidemic affecting over half of the US population and is particularly high in the state of Kentucky. The Graf Lab uses preclinical models to identify genes and pathways that influence the development of the disease states driven by obesity, including type 2 diabetes, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.The candidate will employ a variety of analytical methods to assess physiological measures of various diseases states as well as changes in gene expression, protein expression, tissue histology, and cellular morphology. Experience in animal husbandry, cell culture, protein and nucleic acid chemistry, and microscopy are desired. Precision, attention to detail, teamwork and initiative are essential. Analyzing experimental data, writing and presenting methods, technical reports, and research data essential for grant applications and publications are required.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesMouse care (inc. dissections), cell dissociation, RNA isolation, recombinant DNA techniques, cell biology, cell culture, Excel, attention to detail, verbal and written English-language proficiency.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceBachelor’s degree in a science-related field and several years of successful independent work.Deadline to Apply02/11/2024University 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. * Please indicate your years of paid lab experience with animal studies. * I have no paid experience with the above. * I have less than one year of paid lab experience with animal studies. * I have between one and two years of paid lab experience with animal studies. * I have between two and three years of paid lab experience with animal studies. * I have between three and four years of paid lab experience with animal studies. * I have five or more years of paid lab experience with animal studies.* I have seven or more years of paid lab experience with animal studies. * I have ten or more years of paid lab experience with animal studies. 4. * Please indicate your years of paid wet-lab analytical experience. * I have no paid experience with the above. * I have some paid experience with the above, but it is less than one year.* I have between one and two years of paid wet-lab analytical experience. * I have between two and three years of paid wet-lab analytical experience. * I have between three and four years of paid wet-lab analytical experience. * I have between four and five years of paid wet-lab analytical experience.* I have five or more years of paid wet-lab analytical experience. * I have seven or more years of paid wet-lab analytical experience. * I have ten or more years of paid wet-lab analytical experience. 5. * 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. ResumeOptional Documents1. Curriculum Vita2. Cover Letter Apply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/8MaOyduDVd5X6T71kiwwLoPI235729056