Research Analyst

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: about 8 hours ago
Location: Lexington, KENTUCKY
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Job Title Research Analyst
Requisition Number RE46115
Working Title
Department Name 7K300:PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 42
Salary Range $17.41-27.87/hour
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education

MS
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Required Related Experience

No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting and standing for long periods of time. Bending, stooping and lifting up to 15lbs.
Shift
Monday–Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. Occasional night and weekend for experiments.
Job Summary
The laboratory of Dr. Chang-Guo Zhan is seeking a Research Analyst.
The Research Analyst will carry out in vivo studies on the potentially interesting drug candidates in rodents (mice and rats) in various animal models and analyze the data obtained.
They will assist with the preparation and in vitro evaluation of proteins or small-molecule compounds designed in Dr. Zhan’s lab as potentially interesting drug candidates (hits or leads or clinical candidates). The preparation of proteins will include site-directed mutagenesis, protein expression and purification, and characterization.
The Research Analyst will also maintain clean and organized research spaces, maintain reagent supply and chemical inventory, organize lab space, maintain safety documentation, manage chemical and hazardous waste; and perform regular maintenance and cleaning of critical lab equipment.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply 07/07/2024
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