Scientist III

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Posted: 17-Mar-24

Location: Lexington, Kentucky

Salary: Open

Categories:

Research Support - Laboratory/Non-Laboratory
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 517849

Department Name: 7H030:SANDERS-BROWN CTR ON AGING

Job Summary:

The Sanders-Brown Center on Aging is seeking a senior, experienced scientist to lead the research projects extramurally-funded in the Wang Lab. This position requires strong experience in biochemistry & molecular biology, cell culture and transfection, and microRNA biology. The position requires a high level of independence in running complex experiments, analyzing data, and concluding projects.
The candidate at this position will be required in assisting PI/lab manager in following activities: general lab management and upkeep, staff and student training, ensuring a Good Laboratory Practice, and in compliance with UK and governmental laboratory, animal welfare, and environmental safety standards and regulations. The position will also involve in manuscript preparation and writing grant applications. Development of independent grants is expected.

Skills /Knowledge/Abilities:

n/a

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required Education:

PhD

Required Related Experience:

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification :

None

Preferred Education/Experience:

Experience in microRNA biology is specially desired.

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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