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| Job Title | Post-Doctoral Scholar |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | DU10040 |
| Department Name | 7H750:PHYSIOLOGY |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Salary Range | Minimum of $50,000, or commensurate with experience |
| Type of Position | Temporary |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree |
| Required Related Experience | All applicants should have excellent oral and written communication skills. |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | N/A |
| Physical Requirements | Standing at the bench for extended periods. Sitting at desks and computers for long periods. Walking some extended distances to locations of need for use of service centers or collaborations as example. Lifting of objects up to 25 pounds. |
| Shift | Typically Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5pm, with some nights and weekends possible due to experimentation. |
| Job Summary | A Post-Doctoral Scholar position is available to study lung injury and repair in the lab of Dr. Christopher M. Waters, Ph.D., in The Department of Physiology at The University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY. We are seeking outstanding scientists with Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degrees. The ideal candidate will have research experience in the field of pulmonary disease with a focus on acute lung injury, inflammation, ventilator-induced lung injury, mechanobiology, or epithelial biology, but outstanding candidates with experience in other areas will be considered. Responsibilities of the position include working with Dr. Christopher M. Waters, Ph.D., to conduct NIH-sponsored research on mechanisms of lung injury and repair involving apoptosis signal-regulating kinase-1 (ASK1), Rho kinase (ROCK), and inflammasome signaling; designing and conducting experimental studies within an interdisciplinary team; and organizing, analyzing, and presenting experimental data. Experience with cell culture, molecular biology, animal models of lung injury, inflammation, epithelial biology, mechanical ventilation, and pulmonary physiology are desirable. All applicants should have excellent oral and written communication skills. The Department of Physiology is currently ranked in the top ten nationally by the American Physiological Society. When applying, please submit a Curriculum Vitae, a description of research interests/goals (not to exceed two pages), and a list of references with contact information. This position will be open until filled. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | Research experience in the field of pulmonary disease with a focus on acute lung injury, inflammation, ventilator-induced lung injury, mechanobiology, or epithelial biology. Experience with cell culture, molecular biology, animal models of lung injury, inflammation, epithelial biology, mechanical ventilation, and pulmonary physiology are desirable. |
| Deadline to Apply | 04/30/2023 |
| University Community of Inclusion | The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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. |
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