Scientist II | University of Kentucky Job at University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY

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  • University of Kentucky
  • Lexington, KY

Job Description

Department Name: 7A005:RESEARCH & GRADUATE STUDIES

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.

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required Education:

PhD

Required Related Experience:

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification :

None.

Preferred Education/Experience:

PhD in Microbiology or Biochemistry. 4 years experience preferred.

University Community of Inclusion:

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.

About University of Kentucky

Adjacent to downtown Lexington, UK is nestled in the scenic heart of the beautiful Bluegrass Region of Kentucky. UK's campus covers more than 814 acres, with more than 30,700 students and 13,500 full-time employees, including nearly 2,400 full-time faculty and librarians.

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Job Tags

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