Post Doctoral Scholar
Job description
Job Title:
Post Doctoral Scholar
Requisition Number:DU07485
Department Name:7H025:CANCER CENTER-CORE SUPPORT
Work Location:Lexington, KY
Salary Range:$47,476.00
Type of Position:Student
Position Time Status :Full-Time
Required Education:PhD
Required Related Experience:Molecular biology and cell biology
Required License/Registration/Certification:none
Physical Requirements:☐Sitting at computer work station for long periods of time
☒Standing for long periods of time
☐Risk of back injury from moving/lifting, equipment, or materials
☒Repetitive motion
☐Lifting/Carrying up to _____lbs.
☐Pushing/Pulling up to _______ lbs.
☐Job Related Travel
☐Loud Noises
☒Hazardous Chemicals or fumes
☐Temperature extremes
☒Radiation
☐Burns/Cuts/Punctures
☐Bloodborne/Airborne Pathogens/Recombinant DNA/Viral Vectors
Monday – Friday, specific schedule TBD; minimum of 40 hours per week
Job Summary:The Markey Cancer Center is recruiting a Postdoctoral Scholar to work with principal investigator to develop and implement research experiments. Conduct molecular and biochemical research, using cell signaling, flow cytometry, western blotting and immunohistochemistry techniques. Develop hypotheses and experimental plans for in vitro and in vivo models. Trouble shoot and customize experimental tools, generate clear and timely records of experimental work. Review literature and analyze data, develop figures and manuscripts for publications. Attend research seminars and research new articles at Principal Investigator’s request.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:Molecular and cellular biology techniques
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :No
Preferred Education/Experience:PhD
Deadline to Apply:06/30/2021
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