Scientist II
Laboratory and Research
Full Time
Job Title
Scientist II
Requisition Number
RE48064
Working Title
Research Scientist
Department Name
7A005:RESEARCH & GRADUATE STUDIES
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
46
Salary Range
$52,021-85,800/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, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs., sitting for long periods of time, and constant repetitive motion.
Shift
Monday – Friday; Day Shift.
Job Summary
The Center for Oral Health Research seeks a Scientist II to develop in vitro and in vivo experiments to determine risk factors associated with health or periodontitis and assist in the development of investigator grants. This position requires a PhD with excellent teaching and communication skills with at least 3 years of postdoctoral or laboratorial research experience in cellular and molecular biology, particularly with an emphasis in eukaryotic cell biology tissue culture experience as well as strong experience in qPCR, immunofluorescence, and immunohistochemistry techniques. Experience in working with mice and growing and maintaining bacterial cultures will also be desirable.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Cell culture, anaerobic microbiology, DNA, RNA, protein analysis, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
PhD in Microbiology or Biochemistry. 4 years experience preferred.
Deadline to Apply
11/17/2024
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