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The Associate Medical Director will assist the Medical Director in the overall management of the Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics laboratory. They will contribute to the lab's Quality Assurance ...

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How much do histocompatibility lab assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for histocompatibility lab assistant in the United States is $20.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Histocompatibility Lab Assistant vs Histocompatibility Technologist?

AspectHistocompatibility Lab AssistantHistocompatibility Technologist
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingBachelor's degree in biology, immunology, or related field; certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentLaboratory setting, supporting testing and sample preparationLaboratory setting, performing complex testing and analysis
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with sample processing, preparing reagents, maintaining equipmentConducting HLA typing, crossmatching, and interpreting results

While both roles work in histocompatibility labs, the Histocompatibility Lab Assistant primarily supports testing processes and handles sample preparation, requiring less formal education. The Histocompatibility Technologist performs advanced testing and analysis, often needing a degree and certification. Both roles are essential in transplant immunology labs but differ in responsibilities and qualifications.

What qualifications do I need to be a histocompatibility lab assistant?

A histocompatibility lab assistant typically needs a high school diploma or equivalent, with some positions preferring post-secondary education or training in biology, medical technology, or a related field. Knowledge of laboratory procedures, attention to detail, and familiarity with laboratory equipment are important, and certification or training in histocompatibility testing may be required or preferred.

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Infographic showing various Histocompatibility Lab Assistant job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,113 per year, or $20.2 per hour.

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University of Kentucky
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Job Title Clinical Pathologist Requisition Number FE04899 Working Title Assistant Director of HLA/Tissue Typing Department Name 7H600:PATHOLOGY Work Location Lexington, KY Type of Position Faculty Position Time Status Full-Time Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track Required Education
MD, DO, PhD or equivalent degree
Required Related Experience
The faculty member must have:
  1. MD, DO, PhD or equivalent degree.
  2. Board certification in Clinical Pathology by the American Board of Pathology or PhD in an appropriate discipline
  3. Fellowship training in clinical histocompatibility and Board Certificated/Eligible by the American College of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics with qualifications as a Laboratory Director, Technical Supervisor and Clinical Consultant for the subspecialty Histocompatibility, under the 2023 CLIA Final Rule in the following areas of accreditation: Solid Organ Transplantation: Live Donor, Solid Organ Transplantation: Deceased Donor, Hematopoietic Stem Cell/Bone Marrow Transplantation: Unrelated Donor
  4. Licensed in Kentucky (for MD/DO candidates)
  5. Demonstrated ability in teaching students at all levels in an academic environment.
  6. Knowledge of pathology and laboratory medicine practices in a variety of clinical, teaching and research environments.
  7. Demonstrated interest and ability in scholarly activity evidenced by peer review publications.
Required License/Registration/Certification
1. MD, DO, PhD or equivalent degree.
2. Board certification in Clinical Pathology by the American Board of Pathology or PhD in an appropriate discipline
3. Fellowship training in clinical histocompatibility and Board Certificated/Eligible by the American Board of Pathology or the American College of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics with qualifications as a Laboratory Director, Technical Supervisor and Clinical Consultant for the subspecialty Histocompatibility, under the 2023 CLA Final Rule in the following areas of accreditation: Solid Organ Transplantation: Live Donor, Solid Organ Transplantation: Deceased Donor, Hematopoietic Stem Cell/Bone Marrow Transplantation: Unrelated Donor
Job Summary
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine is recruiting an academic immunologist at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Clinical Pathology, with fellowship training in clinical histocompatibility, to serve as Assistant Director of the HLA/Tissue Typing Laboratory. The qualified candidate will hold either an MD, DO or PhD and be board certified/eligible by the American Board of Pathology or the American College of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics. ACHI certification or eligibility to be certified by ACHI as an HLA Laboratory Director is required. Academic rank, compensation and appointment type will be based on qualifications and experience. The successful candidate would join an academic hospital-based practice and engage primarily in clinical service duties. Responsibilities include participating in the director on-service rotation, HLA lab test review and sign-out, clinical consultation and educational outreach to the UK Healthcare solid organ transplant and hematopoietic cell transplant programs, and planning, validating, and implementing all aspects of histocompatibility testing. Interested applicants are also encouraged to participate in an active research program appropriate to title series and rank. This open-rank position is available December 1, 2026.
The UK College of Medicine Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is a strong, multidisciplinary team dedicated to advancing Kentucky health care together. There is a strong institutional commitment to maintain and enhance clinical excellence, scholarly activities and training the next generation of pathologists. Our department encompasses 43 faculty members, 11 staff members, and 21 residents and fellows across 6 accredited programs, while also contributing to the education of medical students and graduate trainees (https://medicine.uky.edu/departments/pathology).
Providers in the department care for UK HealthCare patients across all clinical sites. Annually we oversee the direction of over 5.5 million laboratory billables, 36,000 surgical pathology and 16,000 cytology cases. Our faculty supports numerous multidisciplinary/tumor boards supporting all UK HealthCare Clinical Departments and the Markey Cancer Center, Kentucky's only NCI designated center.
Our department is part of a college with robust research programs and initiatives, contributing to the advancement of health across Kentucky and beyond. Faculty, staff, and learners contribute to high-impact, transdisciplinary research projects and have access to state-of-the-art facilities and technology on campus. 36% of our faculty secure grant funding annually to pursue cutting-edge research and discoveries as both Principal Investigators and collaboratively as Co-Investigators.
700+ alumni from the department can be found across the globe at academic medical centers, health systems, research institutions, and more.
This position affords an excellent career opportunity in a vibrant and growing academic healthcare center with six healthcare colleges. The university is located in Lexington, Kentucky, a family-friendly dynamic medium-sized city with excellent schools, housing, cultural opportunities and outdoor activities (https://medicine.uky.edu/visit-college-medicine).
Interested candidates should submit CV and Cover Letter along with their application. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Questions may be directed to Amy S. Gewirtz, MD, Professor and Chair, via email: mhollan@uky.edu
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Deadline to Apply Open Until Filled Yes 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 both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides 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.
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.

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