Scientist II

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Lexington, KENTUCKY
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Job Title Scientist II
Requisition Number RE43526
Working Title Scientist II
Department Name 7H030:SANDERS-BROWN CTR ON AGING
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 46
Salary Range $51,491-84,950/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education

PhD
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Required Related Experience

No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
May require long periods of sitting or standing. May require lifting up to 50lbs.
Shift
Primarily days but may include occasional night and/or weekend.
Job Summary
The ideal candidate has a PhD degree and at least 5 years of experience in neuroscience research. The candidate has a strong interest in transdisciplinary and translational research and is dedicated to exploring blood-brain barrier and neurovascular function to improve treatment of brain disorders.
 A background in neuroscience, blood-brain barrier/neurovascular research, transport biology, and/or cell signaling is preferred. Candidates are expected to be highly motivated, detail-oriented, have outstanding organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, and must have an excellent work ethic.
The candidate selected for this position will be responsible for independently designing, conducting, and analyzing experiments. Methods will include stereotactic surgery, video-EEG, in vivo imaging, behavioral assays, biochemical, molecular, and functional assays. The candidate will also be responsible for leading and managing NIH-funded research projects and establishing new methods.
Documents needed: CV, Cover Letter, and Specific Request 1( a statement of past research experience and career goals; copies of 3 relevant publications, and contact information for three references).
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
n/a
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
PhD in life sciences (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5 years work experience in a research laboratory
Deadline to Apply 01/28/2024
University Community of Inclusion
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