University of KentuckyEqual Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleScientist IIRequisition NumberRE43526Working TitleScientist IIDepartment Name7H030:SANDERS-BROWN CTR ON AGINGWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level46Salary Range$51,491-84,950/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationPhDClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related ExperienceNo experience required.Required License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsMay require long periods of sitting or standing. May require lifting up to 50lbs.ShiftPrimarily days but may include occasional night and/or weekend.Job SummaryThe ideal candidate has a PhD degree and at least 5 years of experience in neuroscience research. The candidate has a strong interest in transdisciplinary and translational research and is dedicated to exploring blood-brain barrier and neurovascular function to improve treatment of brain disorders. A in neuroscience, blood-brain barrier/neurovascular research, transport biology, and/or cell signaling is preferred. Candidates are expected to be highly motivated, detail-oriented, have outstanding organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, and must have an excellent work ethic. The candidate selected for this position will be responsible for independently designing, conducting, and analyzing experiments. Methods will include stereotactic surgery, video-EEG, in vivo imaging, behavioral assays, biochemical, molecular, and functional assays. The candidate will also be responsible for leading and managing NIH-funded research projects and establishing new methods.Documents needed: CV, Cover Letter, and Specific Request 1( a statement of past research experience and career goals; copies of 3 relevant publications, and contact information for three references).Skills / Knowledge / Abilitiesn/aDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperiencePhD in life sciences (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5 years work experience in a research laboratoryDeadline to Apply01/28/2024University Community of InclusionThe University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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 check and/or drug screen.Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk ().1. * University of Kentucky College of Medicine recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within UK College of Medicine, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of the UK College of Medicine values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience. (Open Ended Question)2. * University of Kentucky College of Medicine seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK College of Medicine Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork? * Yes. No.3. * Please indicate your years paid working experience within a neuroscience research laboratory. * 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, up through 7 years* More than 7 years4. * How many years of experience do you have designing experiments? * More than 0, up through 6 months * More than 6 months, up through 1 year* More than 1 year, up to 2 years* More than 2 years, up to 5 years* More than 5 years 5. * How many years experience do you have with complex data sets and analysis? * More than 0, up through 6 months * More than 0, up to 1 year* More than 1 year, up to 2 years* More than 2 years, up to 5 years* More than 5 years 6. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system? * HigherEdJobs.com* Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)* HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium) * InsightIntoDiversity.com * Latinosinhighered.com * HospitalCareers.com * Indeed.com * LinkedIn.com * Institute for Diversity in Health Management * A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member * None of the AboveApplicant DocumentsRequired Documents1. Curriculum Vita2. Cover Letter3. Specific Request 1Optional Documents1. Resume Apply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/rX6KVnc7oBwaQIZqRtzzEaPI235554594