Research Assistant Professor

University of Kentucky; Lexington, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky in Lexington invites applications for a biomedical engineering researcher with a Ph.D. to join an active program in nanomedicine, genome editing, and cancer immunotherapy. Primary duties include planning experiments, analyzing data, and contributing to grant proposals.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering or a closely related field; candidates with strong experience in nanomedicine, genome editing, or immunotherapy are encouraged.

Qualifications

• PhD + 3 years experience
• Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Candidates should have strong written and oral communication skills and a record of research productivity.

Responsibilities

• Plan and design experiments in biomedical engineering, focusing on nanomedicine, genome editing, and cancer immunotherapy.
• Generate and analyze complex experimental data and prepare manuscripts.
• Contribute to research grant applications and mentor graduate students in experimental design and data analysis.
• Operate specialized scientific equipment and assist with training of students.

Skills

Cancer immunology

Gene Editing

Education

Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering

Job description

Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering or a closely related field.

Required Related Experience

PhD + 3 years experience

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.

The candidate will need to 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.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

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.

Deadline to Apply

Open Until Filled Yes

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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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vita
• Cover Letter
• Specific Request 1
• Specific Request 2

Optional Documents