Inside Higher Ed is hiring: Agriculture Regulatory Specialist Pr in Lexington

Overview

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Job Details

• Job Title: Agriculture Regulatory Specialist Pr
• Requisition Number: RE51580
• Department Name: 81240:REGULATORY SERVICES
• Work Location: Lexington, KY
• Grade Level: 48
• Salary Range: $62,941-103,834/year
• Type Of Position: Staff
• Position Time Status: Full-Time
• Required Education: MS
• Equivalencies: Click here for more information about equivalencies
• Required Related Experience: 5 yrs
• Required License/Registration/Certification: None
• Physical Requirements: Lifting objects up to 50 lbs. Sitting for long periods of time.
• Shift: Monday-Friday; 8:00 am-5:00 pm.
• Deadline To Apply: 10/01/2025

Job Summary

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment – Division of Regulatory Services is seeking a leader to provide oversight for the Feed, Fertilizer, and Milk laboratories. The position helps to support the division’s mission of ensuring the quality and regulation of animal feed, fertilizer, seed, and raw milk for Kentucky consumers. Reporting to the Soils and Laboratory Director, the role will help set goals, implement policies, and guide the work of laboratory supervisors and staff. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with quality control standards, supporting analytical accuracy, and administering the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). The position will oversee laboratory operations and safety protocols, coordinate equipment maintenance and replacement, and schedule training for supervisors in safety, efficiency, and personnel management. In addition, the role will promote team building and employee engagement to maintain high productivity, safety, and morale across all laboratory programs.

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment fosters a supportive workplace with professional development opportunities, including a formal mentoring program, staff development fund, and dedicated staff recognition programs.

Responsibilities

The position oversees laboratory operations in the division, ensuring compliance with quality control standards, supporting analytical accuracy, and administering the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). It will oversee laboratory operations and safety protocols, coordinate equipment maintenance and replacement, and schedule training for supervisors in safety, efficiency, and personnel management. The role also focuses on promoting team building and employee engagement to maintain productivity, safety, and morale across all laboratory programs. It will require collaboration with key personnel in the Division and communication with vendors on supply and equipment purchases and repairs. The position will involve participation in workshops, seminars, and other education events for professional improvement, and for delivering timely technical and management information to other professionals.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

This person must demonstrate knowledge of analytical laboratory methods similar to those used for feed and fertilizer, be knowledgeable of chemical instruments and their operation, demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, be proficient with computer software data management, have problem solving abilities, and have proven ability to supervise other employees. The role requires a cooperative approach in collaborating with key personnel in the Division and in communicating with vendors on supply and equipment purchases and repairs. The person will need to participate in workshops, seminars and other education events for professional improvement, and for delivering timely technical and management information to other professionals.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Yes

Qualifications and Experience

Preferred Education/Experience: Masters level degree in the biological, chemical or agricultural sciences, or a bachelor’s degree in biological, chemical or agricultural sciences with 5 years experience in chemical or biological laboratory management.

About the Organization

Our University Community: 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. The University follows federal and state constitutions and all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination, providing equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Pre-employment screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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