Scientist II at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky

Job Description:

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details

Job Title	Scientist II
Requisition Number	RE49453
Working Title	Scientist II
Department Name	7H025:CANCER CENTER-CORE SUPPORT
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
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 extended periods, repetitive movements, light lifting, exposure to bloodborne/airborne pathogens, recombinant DNA & viral vectors, handling mice
Shift	Monday – Friday (minimum 40 hrs/week), some evenings & weekends as needed on projects.
Job Summary	The Markey Cancer Center is recruiting for a Scientist II. The scientist at this position will define function of tumor micro-environment (TME) in cancer development and progression using tumor organoid model and mouse model. She/he will also use molecular and biochemical approaches to determine mechanisms by which TME regulates cancer progression. This position will have a fully onsite work arrangement. IMPORTANT: Resumes and CVs cannot be substituted for a completed application. Incomplete applications could disqualify you from being considered for this position. If the information on your resume is not entered on the application, this will prevent us from being able to assess your education and experience when trying to determine a salary offer. 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 CV, Cover Letter, and as Specific Request 1, a copy of your most current Transcript. To view our exceptional benefits, please visithttps://www.uky.edu/hr/benefits.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	Applicants must have strong knowledge and research experience in cancer biology and mouse models, cell culture, western blotting, excellent oral & written communication, technical communications; Microsoft Office Suite, statistical software (e.g., GraphPad, R, SAS, etc.), Adobe Photoshop or similar.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience	PhD in cancer biology, pharmacology or related field plus 3 years of postdoc experience.
Deadline to Apply	04/29/2025
Our University Community	We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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 (*).

1. * Describe your previous research experience in cancer biology.

   (Open Ended Question)

2. * Describe your work experience related to using mouse models.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
   • HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
   • InsightIntoDiversity.com
   • Latinosinhighered.com
   • Indeed.com
   • A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
   • UK Job Fair
   • None of the Above

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vita
2. Cover Letter
3. Specific Request 1

Optional Documents

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

PI267213794

Salary:

$52,021.00

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