Scientist I
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Science
Posted on March 28, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Scientist I
Requisition Number
RE44638
Working Title
Scientist I - Dept of Pharmacology & Nutritional Sciences
Department Name
7H700:Dept of Pharmacology & Nutritional Scien
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
Sitting for long periods of time
Shift
Day shift, some weekends based on need
Job Summary
The employee at this position will be responsible for carrying out biomedial research procedures involving mouse genotyping and handling as well as cellular and molecular biology techniques like ELISA, western blot, and immunohistochemistry. Self-motivation, passion and dedication for science, organizational skills, excellent interpersonal, verbal and written English skills are essential for this position. The employee will perform and co-ordinate multiple lab tasks with their fellow members on a daily basis. They will also ensure maintenance of lab supplies, equipment and proper disposal of all materials.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Mouse handling, pipetting, MS Office including Excel and Word
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Bachelor's degree plus two years experience in a biomedical research laboratory
Deadline to Apply
04/10/2024
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
RE44638
Working Title
Scientist I - Dept of Pharmacology & Nutritional Sciences
Department Name
7H700:Dept of Pharmacology & Nutritional Scien
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
Sitting for long periods of time
Shift
Day shift, some weekends based on need
Job Summary
The employee at this position will be responsible for carrying out biomedial research procedures involving mouse genotyping and handling as well as cellular and molecular biology techniques like ELISA, western blot, and immunohistochemistry. Self-motivation, passion and dedication for science, organizational skills, excellent interpersonal, verbal and written English skills are essential for this position. The employee will perform and co-ordinate multiple lab tasks with their fellow members on a daily basis. They will also ensure maintenance of lab supplies, equipment and proper disposal of all materials.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Mouse handling, pipetting, MS Office including Excel and Word
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Bachelor's degree plus two years experience in a biomedical research laboratory
Deadline to Apply
04/10/2024
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 (*).
- * Please indicate your years of paid work (or volunteer research) experience in a biomedical research lab.
- 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
- * Please indicate your paid employment experience working with laboratory mice.
- 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
- * How many years experience do you have with molecular biology techniques?
- 0 to 2 years
- 2 to 3 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?
- InsideHigherEd.com
- 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
- Richmond Register
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- None of the Above
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vita
