Job Description

Posting Details



Job Title
Scientist II


Requisition Number
RE39537


Working Title



Department Name
7H700:Molecular & Biomedical Pharmacology


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
46


Salary Range
$50,981-84,115/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
Lifting up to 25 pounds; animal handling and care.


Shift
Day shift. May require some weekends.


Job Summary
This position requires a scientist with strong knowledge and experience with confocal microscopy and image analysis. Preferred candidate will perform and complete experiments and contribute to the development of scientific theories; perform small animal brain and jugular vein catheter surgeries; may assist with electrophysiology; supervise and graduate and undergraduate students, perform operant self-administration.


Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Knowledge and skills associated with research.


Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience
PhD plus relevant experience preferred.


Deadline to Apply
04/19/2023


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