About this opportunity
University of Kentucky lists this Scientist III opportunity in lexington, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
sitting for long period of time (occasionally)
Shift
Job Summary
The person hired for this position will possess a higher level degree (PhD or MD) and is expected to have the prerequisite skills and knowledge in neuroscience, physiology, and neurotrauma.
This individual will independently perform experiments and manage projects involving neuromodulation and pharmacological strategies to promote recovery of function after experimental neurotraumatic events. He or she should have extensive experience in animal surgery, wet lab techniques, and technical/scientific manuscript writing. Attention to detail, notetaking, and high rigor is a requirement.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
extensive expertise in neurotrauma research
Deadline to Apply
Deadline to Apply 10/01/2026
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.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
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
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* 1. How many years of working experience do you have in research?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
* 2. Do you have research experience in stable isotope resolved metabolomics?Yes
No
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Worksite address
lexington, KY, 40598, US
Who can apply
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