Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title | Post-Doctoral Scholar |
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Requisition Number | DU11576 |
Department Name | 7H018:Toxicology and Cancer Biology |
Work Location | Lexington, KY |
Salary Range | $50,000 |
Type of Position | Temporary |
Position Time Status | Full-Time |
Required Education | PhD |
Required Related Experience | N/A |
Required License/Registration/Certification | N/A |
Physical Requirements | ☒Sitting at computer work station for long periods of time ☒Standing for long periods of time ☒Risk of back injury from moving/lifting, equipment, or materials ☐Repetitive motion ☒Lifting/Carrying up to _50____lbs. ☒Pushing/Pulling up to _50___ lbs. ☐Job Related Travel ☐Loud Noises ☒Hazardous Chemicals or fumes ☐Temperature extremes ☐Radiation ☒Burns/Cuts/Punctures ☒Bloodborne/Airborne Pathogens/Recombinant DNA/Viral Vectors |
Shift | 8-5, occasional nights/weekends if needed |
Job Summary | The Department of Toxicology & Cancer Biology is recruiting a Post-Doctoral Scholar for the lab of Dr. Eunus Ali, Assistant Professor. This position will be responsible for dissecting the dysregulated metabolic pathways in cancer utilizing in vitro biochemical approaches, metabolomics, metabolic flux analysis, heavy isotope tracing, and animal models. Demonstrable knowledge and experience in mass spectroscopy-based metabolomics or proteomics, and/or the biochemistry of metabolism is highly desirable, but not required. Experience with LC-MS or the datasets associated with metabolic studies is a plus. |
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | 1) Ability to work in a collegial and cooperative manner with the faculty supervisor and other co-workers. 2) Written and oral communications skills. Knowledge and experience with computer programs including word processing, Excel, Powerpoint and statistical analysis software. 3) Mentor and train graduate and undergraduate students. 4) Attend conferences to present findings to broader scientific community. Write manuscripts, postdoctoral fellowships, and assist with other funding applications. |
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
Preferred Education/Experience | PhD; Experience in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology |
Deadline to Apply | 01/15/2024 |
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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