Scientist II
Laboratory and Research
Full Time
Job Title
Scientist II
Requisition Number
RE48067
Working Title
Department Name
8E030:Chemistry
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
46
Salary Range
$52,021-85,800/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
PhD
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Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time; carrying or lifting light-weight objects.
Shift
Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, occasional evenings and/or weekends
Job Summary
The Department of Chemistry, in the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY, is seeking a Scientist II to work in the lab of Dr. Samuel Awuah. This position will work in Chemistry in the field of chemical biology and drug/probe discovery using chemical synthesis, in vitro assay prioritization and in vivo studies.
Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:
- Chemical synthesis of biologically relevant compounds
- Understanding complex biological problems
- Mechanistic investigation using chemoproteomic methods
- In vivo characterization of probes and drug leads using mouse models
This position will work with Dr. Awuah to secure continued funding and present research findings at local, regional, national, and international conferences. This position will meet with undergraduate and graduate students in an advisory/supervisory capacity related to overlapping or adjacent research topics. This position is integral to the research aims of the Awuah Lab.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
11/17/2024
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