Post-Doctoral Scholar

Job Title
Post-Doctoral Scholar

Requisition Number
DU14377

Department Name
7H025:CANCER CENTER-CORE SUPPORT

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Salary Range
$54,000 - $56,484

Type of Position
Student

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

PhD

Required Related Experience

None

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Standing for long periods of time, Repetitive motion, Hazardous Chemicals or fumes, Radiation

Shift

Monday – Friday, specific schedule TBD; minimum of 40 hours per week

Job Summary

The Markey Cancer Center is recruiting a Postdoctoral Scholar to work with the principal investigator to develop and implement research experiments. Conduct molecular and biochemical research, using cell signaling, flow cytometry, western blotting and immunohistochemistry techniques. Develop hypotheses and experimental plans for in vitro and in vivo models. Trouble shoot and customize experimental tools, generate clear and timely records of experimental work. Review literature and analyze data, develop figures and manuscripts for publications. Attend research seminars and research new articles at Principal
Investigator’s request.

This position will have a fully on-site work arrangement.

IMPORTANT: Resumes and CVs cannot be substituted for a completed application. Incomplete applications could disqualify you from being considered for this position. If the information on your resume is not entered on the application, this will prevent us from being able to assess your education and experience when trying to determine a salary offer. To be considered you must fully complete the online application being sure to only put one (1) job title for each entry (multiple job titles for one employer must have separate entries), the number of hours worked per week and your ending salary. You will also be required to upload a cover letter and CV or resume.

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Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Molecular and cellular biology techniques

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

PhD

Deadline to Apply
05/17/2026

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