Scientist I
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Science
Posted on May 8, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Scientist I
Requisition Number
RE45271
Working Title
Department Name
7H750:PHYSIOLOGY
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
Moving and lifting object from floor to above shoulders up to 25 pounds. Standing and sitting at computer terminals and laboratory bench completing repetitive tasks for extensive periods of time. Working with materials requiring personal protective equipment in accord with EH&S policy.
Shift
Primarily Days Monday – Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm, some evenings and weekends are possible.
Job Summary
This position will focus on our work elucidating the mechanisms that mediate genetic risk factors for Alzheimer's disease.
The successful applicant will be highly organized, have demonstrated to generate experimental data and perform their analyses, be willing to learn new techniques as needed by the project, have strong communication skills, and be a team player.
The ideal candidate will have experience with molecular and cellular biology techniques ranging from gene cloning to qPCR to Western blots, as well as mouse husbandry, mentoring students, and ordering supplies.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Terminal degree (PhD) in a science-related field and multiple years of successful independent work history.
Deadline to Apply
05/14/2024
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
RE45271
Working Title
Department Name
7H750:PHYSIOLOGY
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
Moving and lifting object from floor to above shoulders up to 25 pounds. Standing and sitting at computer terminals and laboratory bench completing repetitive tasks for extensive periods of time. Working with materials requiring personal protective equipment in accord with EH&S policy.
Shift
Primarily Days Monday – Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm, some evenings and weekends are possible.
Job Summary
This position will focus on our work elucidating the mechanisms that mediate genetic risk factors for Alzheimer's disease.
The successful applicant will be highly organized, have demonstrated to generate experimental data and perform their analyses, be willing to learn new techniques as needed by the project, have strong communication skills, and be a team player.
The ideal candidate will have experience with molecular and cellular biology techniques ranging from gene cloning to qPCR to Western blots, as well as mouse husbandry, mentoring students, and ordering supplies.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Terminal degree (PhD) in a science-related field and multiple years of successful independent work history.
Deadline to Apply
05/14/2024
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 (*).
- * What is your highest level of education completed?
- High School or GED
- Some College: less than 60 credit hours
- Some College: more than 60 credit hours
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree
- Masters Degree
- PhD
- * Please indicate your years paid working experience within a biochemical research laboratory.
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years, up through 7 years
- More than 7 years
- * Please indicate your amount of paid employment experience within a research laboratory working with an animal colony.
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years, up through 7 years
- More than 7 years
- * The College of Medicine recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within our college, 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 these values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.
(Open Ended Question) - * The College of Medicine seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, student, and colleague we encounter. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the 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
- Curriculum Vita
- Cover Letter
