What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scientist I position at University of Kentucky Health System (Uk Health)?
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job Title | Scientist I |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | RE48543 |
| Working Title | Scientist I |
| Department Name | 7H357:INTERNAL MEDICINE & DIVISIONS - ENDOCRIN |
| 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 | Lifting of objects up to 50lbs, long periods of sitting or standing. |
| Shift | Days |
| Job Summary | The Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism seeks a Scientist I to work in a laboratory setting to assist in conducting research in diabetes and obesity. Duties include but not limited to: performing routine laboratory assignments using genetic, cellular and molecular biology methods, evaluating results and analyzes data for maintenance of data quality. This position will involve working mostly with human derived samples but will involve minimal human participant interaction. Among the laboratory skills needed are experience in histochemistry and immunohistochemistry with appropriate microscopy. This position will have a small amount of oversight of laboratory management, including the maintenance of data and placement of supply orders. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Previous experience with research and/or laboratory management preferred. |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | PhD in related field preferred. |
| Deadline to Apply | 01/16/2025 |
| 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. |
Salary : $43,805 - $70,075
