Scientist III

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Lexington, KENTUCKY
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Job Title Scientist III
Requisition Number RE44438
Working Title
Department Name 7H030:SANDERS-BROWN CTR ON AGING
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 48
Salary Range $62,310-102,821/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education

PhD
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Required Related Experience

3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
May require long periods of sitting or standing, may lift objects up to 50 lbs.
Shift
Primarily week days but may include occasional night and/or weekend
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
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Experience in microRNA biology is specially desired.
Deadline to Apply 03/24/2024
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