Laboratory Technician Senior - Lexington, United States - University of Kentucky

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    The Soil and Water Quality laboratory within the Plant and Soil Sciences Department in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment is seeking a Senior Laboratory Technician to join our team.

    This position is a key in laboratory support role for ongoing agriculture and urban water quality research projects across Kentucky.

    Minimal travel may be required, with the majority of work being on campus or nearby University of Kentucky farms.

    The successful candidate will have strong communication skills, ability to work with others, able to supervise undergraduate laboratory assistants and follow all laboratory and field safety protocols.


    To learn more about the exciting work we are doing in our Water Quality Extension Program, please follow this link, and read about our research projects, and pleaseclick here to find out more about the department of Plant and Soil Sciences.

    Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

    Driver's license preferred.

    Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Deadline to Apply 05/05/2024 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.

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    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.