Scientist III

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking a highly qualified researcher to join its neuroscience program in Lexington, KY. A PhD or MD is required, and the candidate should be able to manage projects independently.

The role focuses on neuromodulation and pharmacology to promote functional recovery after experimental neurotrauma, with extensive experience in animal surgery, wet lab work, and manuscript preparation.

Qualifications

• PhD or MD required with neuroscience focus.
• Ability to independently design and manage projects.
• Extensive experience with neurotrauma research and animal models.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform experiments and manage projects involving neuromodulation and pharmacological strategies.
• Contribute to dissemination through technical manuscripts and presentations.

Skills

neuroscience

neurotrauma

animal surgery

wet lab techniques

manuscript writing

attention to detail

notetaking

Education

PhD or MD

Job description

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Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

sitting for long period of time (occasionally)

Shift

Job Summary

The person hired for this position will possess a higher level degree (PhD or MD) and is expected to have the prerequisite skills and knowledge in neuroscience, physiology, and neurotrauma.

This individual will independently perform experiments and manage projects involving neuromodulation and pharmacological strategies to promote recovery of function after experimental neurotraumatic events. He or she should have extensive experience in animal surgery, wet lab techniques, and technical/scientific manuscript writing. Attention to detail, notetaking, and high rigor is a requirement.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

extensive expertise in neurotrauma research

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 10/01/2026

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Posting Specific Questions

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• * 1. How many years of working experience do you have in research?
  • 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
• * 2. Do you have research experience in stable isotope resolved metabolomics?
  • Yes
  • No