Scientist I

University of Kentucky

Lexington, KY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$43,805–$70,075 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Background Investigation, Biology, Cell Cultures, Communication Skills, Establish Priorities, Experiment Design, Genetics, Histology, Interpersonal Skills, Laboratory Management, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, Organizational Skills, Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Quantitative Analysis, Statistics, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Lexington, KY
POSTED
2 days ago

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title Scientist I Requisition Number RE54714 Working Title Scientist I Department Name 7H030:SANDERS-BROWN CTR ON AGING Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 44 Salary Range $43,805-70,075/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

may require long periods of sitting and/or standing; may require some lifting objects up to 25lbs

Shift

Primarily days- may require occasional nights or weekends

Job Summary

Scientist I level position needed. Strong research experience in Alzheimer's disease or related dementias (preferred). Strong research experience in immunoblotting, immunohistochemistry/ histology, cell culture, PCR (required). Strong research experience in human iPSC technology and targeted genome editing in vitro and bioinformatic skills, and animal work, breeding (preferred).

Applicant should have experience in developing antibodies and immunotherapy work. Applicant must have knowledge of experimental design, statistical quantitative analysis skills, effective organizational and prioritization skills. An individual should be self-motivated and have effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to work both independent and collaboratively in a laboratory environment.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Strong research experience in immunoblotting, immunohistochemistry/ histology, cell culture, PCR

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience

Master's level degree in Biology, Neuroscience, or related field. Expertise in molecular and cellular biology techniques. Strong research experience in Alzheimer's disease or related dementias

Deadline to Apply 06/14/2026 Our University Community

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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 describe ANY prior experience (including total months) working in or managing a wet lab.

(Open Ended Question)

  • How much experience do you have in DNA/RNA extraction?

  • None

  • More than none up to and including 1 year

  • More than 1 year up to and including 5 years

  • More than 5 years up to and including 10 years

  • More than 10 years

  • Explain your interest in this position.

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume

Optional Documents

  • Curriculum Vita
  • Cover Letter

About the Company

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University of Kentucky