Neuroscience Research Scientist I - Behavioral & Molecular

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Detloff Lab at the University of Kentucky seeks a Scientist I to support a research program combining rodent and rabbit behavioral testing, molecular biology, and animal care. This role blends hands-on veterinary-adjacent responsibilities with core research tasks and lab administration, including daily health assessments, surgical assistance, and data collection.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in Neuroscience or a related field with 2–3 years of work experience and can contribute

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Neuroscience or related field with 2–3 years of work experience.
• Experience handling rabbits and rodents with neurological injuries; ability to judge animal welfare.
• Proficiency in cell/tissue culture, IHC, and microscopy.

Responsibilities

• Assist behavioral testing with rodents and rabbits.
• Perform basic cellular and molecular benchwork.
• Support daily animal health assessments and care.
• Assist with lab compliance, ordering, and recordkeeping.

Skills

Rodent & rabbit handling

Surgical & behavioral procedures

Clinical decision making

Cell culture & IHC

Microscopy

Education

Master’s degree in Neuroscience or related field

Job description

The Detloff Lab at the University of Kentucky seeks a Scientist I to support a research program combining rodent and rabbit behavioral testing, molecular biology, and animal care. This role blends hands-on veterinary-adjacent responsibilities with core research tasks and lab administration, including daily health assessments, surgical assistance, and data collection.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in Neuroscience or a related field with 2–3 years of work experience and can contribute