美国肯塔基大学招聘博士后—生物化学与分子生物学

美国肯塔基大学招聘博士后—生物化学与分子生物学

Postdoctoral Scholar

University of Kentucky

in Lexington, KY

Type: Full-Time

Salary: $58,656 per year

Posted: 10/31/2025

Application Due: 04/30/2026

Category: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Requisition Number: DU14060

Department Name: 7H180: Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Salary Range: $58,656/yr.

Type of Position: Temporary

Required Education: PhD

Required Related Experience: General knowledge of molecular biology and cell biology. Strong background in integrated physiology, diabetes and/or neuroscience. Experience with animal research.

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Occasional repetitive motion, sitting and/or standing for long periods of time

Shift

Monday - Friday 8a-5p, some weekends required

Job Summary

This postdoc position will directly report to Dr. Cai, whose lab is based at the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine, which provides, state-of-the-art facilities to support metabolomics, proteomics, advanced microscopy, FACS analysis, and animal research. We also offer a remarkable training including the opportunity to collaborate with top scientists in the world. The candidate is expected to perform studies related to an exciting NIH funded project to study the role of astrocytes in modulating dopaminergic neural circuit in response to chronic mild stress. The candidate is expected to manage individual laboratory experiments as agreed upon and approved by the supervising professor. This includes implementing the experimental design, data collection, statistical analysis, writing, and submitting manuscripts. The candidate will train and oversee research data collection by students, lab technicians. The candidate will assist with writing grant proposals. The candidate is also expected to attend and present at seminars/journal clubs.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

MS Windows, Microsoft Office. Basic knowledge on biostatistics. Expertise in bioinformatics analysis is preferred. Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?: No

Preferred Education/Experience

Candidates who will bring additional techniques and skillsets, including but not limited to electrophysiology, in vivo imaging, etc. are preferred.

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.

The University follows 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.

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.

University of Kentucky is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from minorities and women.

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