Research Assistant Professor

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky invites applicants for a Research Assistant Professor in Biomedical Engineering, based in Lexington, KY. The successful candidate will contribute to an active program in nanomedicine, genome editing, and cancer immunotherapy, including planning experiments, generating and analyzing data, and preparing manuscripts.

Responsibilities include mentoring graduate students and assisting with grant applications. Candidates must hold a Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Experience in nanomedicine, genome editing, cancer immunotherapy, biomaterials, or drug/gene delivery is advantageous.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and a record of research productivity.

Responsibilities

• Plan and design experiments; generate and analyze complex data; prepare manuscripts.
• Mentor and train graduate students in experimental design, analysis, and scientific writing.

Skills

Cancer immunology

Gene editing

Education

Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering

Job description

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details

Job Title: Research Assistant Professor

Requisition Number: FE04961

Department Name: 8H007:Biomedical Engineering

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Type of Position: Faculty

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Tenure Track Status: Non-Tenure Track

Required Education: Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering or a closely related field.

Required Related Experience: PhD + 3 years experience

Required License/Registration/Certification: None

Job Summary

The successful candidate will contribute to an active research program in biomedical engineering, with emphasis on nanomedicine, genome editing, and cancer immunotherapy. Primary responsibilities will include planning and designing experiments, generating and analyzing complex experimental data, preparing manuscripts, and contributing to research grant applications. Additional responsibilities will include mentoring and training graduate students in experimental design, operation of specialized scientific equipment, data analysis, and scientific writing.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering or a closely related field. Candidates with strong experience in nanomedicine, genome editing, cancer immunotherapy, biomaterials, drug/gene delivery, correlated areas are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants should also have strong written and oral communication skills, a record of research productivity, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Applicants must provide a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, a research statement Specific Request 1 and the names of three references Specific Request 2).

This posting will remain open until filled.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Cancer immunology; and Gene Editing.

Preferred Education/Experience

Candidates with strong experience in nanomedicine, genome editing, cancer immunotherapy, biomaterials, drug/gene delivery, or related areas are especially encouraged to apply.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Open Until Filled

Yes

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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.

We also follow both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status or whether the person is a smoker or nonsmoker, as long as the person complies with University regulation concerning smoking.

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 background check and/or drug screen.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vita
2. Cover Letter
3. Specific Request 1
4. Specific Request 2

Optional Documents

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