Scientist I
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Science
Posted on April 22, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Scientist I
Requisition Number
RE44991
Working Title
Scientist I
Department Name
7H016:SPINAL CORD & BRAIN INJURY RES
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
44
Salary Range
$43,361-69,383/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
MS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Requires routine handling of objects up to 20 pounds, some standing or walking for extended period of time.
Shift
Monday through Friday 8 hours per day, some evenings and weekends.
Job Summary
The Chen Lab is in the Spinal Cord & Brain Injury Research Center in the University of Kentucky. We study how glial cells con tribute to the repair of the central nervous system, by using a combination of mouse genetics, experimental central nervous system ( CNS) injury models, mouse behavioral assays, and cellular and molecular biology.
We are seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic, and collaborative candidates. In consultation with the PI (Dr. Chen), main responsibilities include project management, hypothesis testing by in vitro and in vivo experiments, independent data collection, analysis, and organization, and manuscript writing.
Experience with mouse work is highly desired (e.g., mouse colony maintenance, genotyping, surgery, histology, imaging). Experience with the following techniques i s preferred: cell culture, microscopy, histology, cellular and molecular techniques. Qualified candidates are encouraged to ap ply by emailing the principal investigator: meifan.chen@uky.edu .
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Microsoft Office and Prism
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Bachelors and/or Master's in biological sciences, additional bench experience in biological research is preferred.
Deadline to Apply
05/05/2024
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.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
Scientist I
Requisition Number
RE44991
Working Title
Scientist I
Department Name
7H016:SPINAL CORD & BRAIN INJURY RES
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
44
Salary Range
$43,361-69,383/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
MS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Requires routine handling of objects up to 20 pounds, some standing or walking for extended period of time.
Shift
Monday through Friday 8 hours per day, some evenings and weekends.
Job Summary
The Chen Lab is in the Spinal Cord & Brain Injury Research Center in the University of Kentucky. We study how glial cells con tribute to the repair of the central nervous system, by using a combination of mouse genetics, experimental central nervous system ( CNS) injury models, mouse behavioral assays, and cellular and molecular biology.
We are seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic, and collaborative candidates. In consultation with the PI (Dr. Chen), main responsibilities include project management, hypothesis testing by in vitro and in vivo experiments, independent data collection, analysis, and organization, and manuscript writing.
Experience with mouse work is highly desired (e.g., mouse colony maintenance, genotyping, surgery, histology, imaging). Experience with the following techniques i s preferred: cell culture, microscopy, histology, cellular and molecular techniques. Qualified candidates are encouraged to ap ply by emailing the principal investigator: meifan.chen@uky.edu .
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Microsoft Office and Prism
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Bachelors and/or Master's in biological sciences, additional bench experience in biological research is preferred.
Deadline to Apply
05/05/2024
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.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a Master's degree or higher in a Biological field?
- Yes
- No
- * Please indicate your paid employment experience within a research laboratory.
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years
- * University of Kentucky College of Medicine recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within UK College of Medicine, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of the UK College of Medicine values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.
(Open Ended Question) - * University of Kentucky College of Medicine seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK College of Medicine Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?
- Yes.
- No.
- * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- HospitalCareers.com
- Indeed.com
- LinkedIn.com
- Institute for Diversity in Health Management
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- None of the Above
Required Documents
- Resume
