Scientist III

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Posted: 16-Mar-24

Location: Lexington, Kentucky

Salary: Open

Categories:

Research Support - Laboratory/Non-Laboratory
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 517609

Department Name: 7H855:Department of Urology

Job Summary:

The Scientist III will conduct translational research in the Department of Urology.
The primary responsibilities of this position include:
1) performing research projects using prostate cancer cell models, patient derived xenografts and patient biopsies to explore biomarkers and develop anti-cancer drugs for prostate cancers;
2) facilitate writing of research grant and scientific papers;
3) providing training to technicians, postdocs and graduate students;
4) managing routine activities of research labs and facilitate communications.

Skills /Knowledge/Abilities:

Tissue culture, CRISPR, Molecular cloning, mutagenesis, Immunoblotting, real-time PCR, co-IP, ChIP, ChIP-seq, APEX labeling and Mass Spectrometry, RNA/DNA in situ hybridization, microscopy (inverted and confocal), Drug screen; excellent oral & written communication, technical communications; Microsoft Office Suite, statistical software (e.g., GraphPad, R, SAS, etc.), Adobe photoshop and illustrator;

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required Education:

PhD

Required Related Experience:

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification :

None

Preferred Education/Experience:

A minimum of Masters of Science in biology, chemistry, physics, or related fields. At least 10 years of experience in prostate cancer research.

University 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 backgrounds, 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 background check and/or drug screen.

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