Employer | University of Kentucky |
Created | 04/20/2024 |
Reference | 239804600 |
Country | United States |
State | Kentucky |
City | Lexington |
Zip | 40502 |
Salary | - |
University of Kentucky Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status. Posting Details
Posting Details
Job TitleScientist IRequisition NumberRE44991Working TitleScientist IDepartment Name7H016:SPINAL CORD & BRAIN INJURY RESWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level44Salary Range$43,361-69,383/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
MS Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related ExperienceNo experience required. Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Requires routine handling of objects up to 20 pounds, some standing or walking for extended period of time.
Shift
Monday through Friday 8 hours per day, some evenings and weekends.
Job Summary
The Chen Lab is in the Spinal Cord & Brain Injury Research Center in the University of Kentucky. We study how glial cells con tribute to the repair of the central nervous system, by using a combination of mouse genetics, experimental central nervous system (
CNS) injury models, mouse behavioral assays, and cellular and molecular biology.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
We are seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic, and collaborative candidates. In consultation with the PI (Dr. Chen), main responsibilities include project management, hypothesis testing by in vitro and in vivo experiments, independent data collection, analysis, and organization, and manuscript writing. Experience with mouse work is highly desired (e.g., mouse colony maintenance, genotyping, surgery, histology, imaging). Experience with the following techniques i s preferred: cell culture, microscopy, histology, cellular and molecular techniques. Qualified candidates are encouraged to ap ply by emailing the principal investigator: meifan.chen@uky.edu .
Microsoft Office and Prism
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Bachelors and/or Master’s in biological sciences, additional bench experience in biological research is preferred.
Deadline to Apply05/05/2024University 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 - 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. 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 check and/or drug screen. Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Date expired | 05/05/2024 |