Job TitleScientist IIRequisition NumberRE50206Working TitleDepartment Name7H364:INTERNAL MEDICINE & DIVISIONS - RHEUMATOWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level46Salary Range$52,021-85,800/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
PhD
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Lift pushing and pulling of objects over 20lbs is not expected. It is expected the individual will not be sitting for long periods of time. The individual will be required to wear protective equipment and be expected to work with pathogens with known risk to human health. Training will be provided.
Shift
Typically Monday through Friday; 8:30AM – 5:00PM. Shift start and end times may vary, but not to exceed 8 hours a day and 40 hours per week.
Job Summary
The individual will work on National Institutes of Health (NIH) – funded projects study innate immune signaling and responses. The collaborative project will examine the intersection of interferon system in autoimmune diseases.
Currently, we have several ongoing projects in our laboratory to study the role of 14-3-3z and IRF in autoimmune diseases. Interested candidates should apply to this link below. Additional responsibilities include lab management, organization, training new personnel in the lab.
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
PhD and experience in a related field preferred.
Deadline to Apply05/14/2025Our University Community
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