Scientist I

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




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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
12/25/2024


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