Information Technology Manager

Job Summary

The University of Kentucky Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (UKVDL) develops and applies state‑of‑the‑art diagnostic methodologies to improve animal health, protect public health, and support the human‑animal bond through One Health principles.

• Perform network administration and maintain connectivity across the laboratory.
• Design, implement, and maintain database systems and large‑scale information systems.
• Manage software and hardware applications, ensuring reliable operation.
• Supervise, schedule, delegate tasks to IT technicians and evaluate their performance.
• Act as the designated IT Manager during university inclement‑weather closures.

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree;
  Computer Science preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of related experience in IT, database design, or system administration.
• Proficiency with Java, C, Visual Basic, Access, SQL, CSS, HTML, and other web technologies.
• Hands‑on experience with virtual server environments such as Hyper‑V.
• Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and quality‑assurance systems.
• Ability to sit for long periods and work standard business hours (8 a.m. – 5 p.m.) with occasional evening or weekend duties.

• Exceptional benefits package.
• Formal mentoring program for professional development.
• Staff development fund for continued learning and skill building.
• Staff recognition programs that celebrate contributions.
• Commitment to making the University of Kentucky the university of, for, and with Kentucky.

• Position:
  Information Technology Manager I
• Department:
  Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory
• Location:
  
  Lexington, KY (Coldstream Research Campus)
• Grade level: 46
• Salary range: $52,021 ‑ $85,800 per year
• Type:
  Staff, Full‑time
• Shift: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., with possible evening or weekend work.

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. The University follows both the federal and state constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on non‑discrimination. We provide equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and do 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.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources, which may include a national background check and/or drug screen.