Laboratory Technician - Military Veterans
at HERC- Upper MidWest
Department Name: 7H045: Barnstable Brown Diabetes Center
Job Summary:
The Zhu lab in the Barnstable Brown Diabetes Center is seeking a lab technician who will be responsible for assisting in research procedures involving mouse genotyping and basic metabolic phenotyping (e.g. body weight, blood glucose), as well as cellular and molecular biology techniques like ELISA , western blot, immunohistochemistry, and cell culture.
Self-motivation, passion and dedication for science, organizational skills, excellent interpersonal, verbal and written English skills are essential for this position. The employee will perform and co-ordinate multiple lab tasks with their fellow members on a daily basis. They will also ensure maintenance of lab supplies, equipment and proper disposal of all materials.
Skills /Knowledge/Abilities:
Mouse handling, pipetting, MS Office including Excel and Word.
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education:
AA
Required Related Experience:
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification :
None
Preferred Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree and experience working in a research laboratory.
University Community of Inclusion:
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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 background check and/or drug screen.
Lexington, KY
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