Scientist II

Job Title
Scientist II


Requisition Number
RE51094


Working Title

Department Name
7H951:PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHAB - RESEARCH DIV


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
46


Salary Range
$52,021-85,800/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education


PhD




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Required Related Experience


No experience required.




Required License/Registration/Certification

None



Physical Requirements

Sitting for extended periods of time.



Shift

Monday through Friday; 8:30am – 5:00pm (40 hrs/wk)



Job Summary

The Scientist II will play a central role in advancing both preclinical and clinical research programs focused on spinal cord injury (SCI).

This position involves conducting and managing day to day experimental procedures in rodent models and in studies involving individuals with SCI. The Scientist II will draft detailed experimental protocols, contribute to data analysis, and assist in preparing manuscripts for publication. In addition, the role supports grant writing activities for the principal investigator, prepares and submits ethics applications (IACUC and IRB), and helps maintain regulatory compliance. The Scientist II will also train and mentor junior lab members and trainees, fostering a collaborative and productive research environment.

IEBC (Internal Employee Being Considered).



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes


Preferred Education/Experience

PhD preferred



Deadline to Apply
08/06/2025


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