Postdoctoral Scholar
University of Kentucky
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job Title | Postdoctoral Scholar |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | DU09923 |
| Department Name | 7H025:CANCER CENTER-CORE SUPPORT |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Salary Range | $50,000 or commensurate with experience |
| Type of Position | Temporary |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | PhD or MD |
| Required Related Experience | Biomedical Sciences |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | NA |
| Physical Requirements | Sitting at computer workstation for long periods of time Standing for long periods of time Repetitive Motion Job Related Travel Hazardous Chemicals or fumes Radiation Burns/Cuts/Punctures |
| Shift | Monday – Friday, specific schedule TBD |
| Job Summary | The Markey Cancer Center is seeking a Post-doctoral scholar who will conduct experiments with cultured insect cell line (S2 Cell Line) as well as vertebrate cell lines and perform experiments with Drosophila tissues. They will also do some molecular biology work to generate cDNA plasmids that will be expressed in various Cells and fly body. Also, will be responsible for keeping experimental records and writing a draft manuscript for paper publication. This position will have a fully on-site work arrangement. IMPORTANT: Resumes and CVs cannot be substituted for a completed application. Incomplete applications could disqualify you from being considered for this position. To be considered you must fully complete the online application being sure to only put one (1) job title for each entry (multiple job titles for one employer must have separate entries), the # of hours worked per week and your ending salary. You will also be required to upload a cover letter and CV. To view our exceptional benefits, please visit https://www.uky.edu/hr/benefits . Given the COVID-19 pandemic, and the need to protect our university community including our students, staff, faculty and visitors, the University of Kentucky is requiring COVID-19 vaccination for all new hires prior to starting employment. Therefore, as of October 18, 2021, all new hires prior to their first day of employment must submit appropriate documentation showing, i) completion of the first vaccination against COVID-19, or ii) completion of the full vaccination series against COVID-19, or iii) approved exemption (medical contraindications or a sincerely held religious belief) through the formal exemption process from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement. For those employees who have completed the first vaccination against COVID-19 prior to their first day of employment, the second vaccination (if applicable) must be completed following the vaccination recommended schedule to be considered fully vaccinated. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Molecular Cloning, Western blot, cell culture and transfection etc. |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | PhD plus a few years’ experience in biomedical sciences |
| Deadline to Apply | 10/07/2022 |
| 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. |
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