Scientist II

Job Title
Scientist II

Requisition Number
RE53579

Working Title

Department Name
7H853:NEUROSURGERY

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 and/or standing for long periods of time, occasional lifting and moving objects up to 25lbs

Shift

Monday-Friday, days.

Job Summary

Supports translational neuroscience research within the lab of Paula Monje by assisting with the coordination and conduct of innovative clinical trials focused on Parkinson’s disease and spinal cord injury, contributing to the advancement of new therapies and improved patient care.

Utilizes specialized skills in state of the art spatial biology technologies, immunohistochemistry, and high resolution microscopic techniques to investigate nerve tissues and cells from human donors, as well as advanced cell culture technologies and in vitro modeling systems to support regenerative medicine research in the human nervous system.

IEBC (Internal Employee Being Considered).

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

The Scientist II will have specialized skills in state-of-the-art spatial biology technologies, immunohistochemistry, and high-resolution microscopic techniques to investigate the properties of nerve tissues and cells from human donors. Sophisticated skillset on advanced cell culture technologies and in vitro modeling systems for applications in regenerative medicine of the human nervous system

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

High level professional qualifications, including 3 or more years research experience in translational neuroscience working alongside clinician-scientists conducting pioneering clinical trials for Parkinson’s disease and spinal cord injury

Deadline to Apply
03/18/2026

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