Postdoctoral Scholar

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitlePostdoctoral ScholarRequisition NumberDU14427Department Name7H700:Dept of Pharmacology & Nutritional ScienWork LocationLexington, KYSalary RangeCommensurate with experienceType of PositionOtherPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationPhD in science related fieldRequired Related ExperienceN/ARequired License/Registration/CertificationN/APhysical RequirementsSitting for long periods of timeShiftDays, some weekendsJob SummaryThe Nikolajczyk lab is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to lead a project on mechanisms driving inflammation in diseases involving human cognitive decline. The successful applicant will have an advanced degree (PhD, MD or equivalent) that required wet bench work in any area of biomedical research. Expertise in immunology, inflammation and neuroinflammation are desirable. Training in immune cell function, bioenergetics and -omics approaches as well as project design, implementation, and written/verbal presentation of results will be provided towards strengthening the successful applicant’s research independence.

Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesImmunology, inflammation and neuroinflammation is desiredDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperiencePhD in science related field; immunology, inflammation and neuroinflammation is desiredDeadline to Apply04/11/2026Our University CommunityWe 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.

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1. Curriculum Vita
2. Cover Letter
3. Academic Transcript

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