Scientist II

Job Title
Scientist II

Requisition Number
RE54381

Working Title
Scientist II

Department Name
7H364:INTERNAL MEDICINE & DIVISIONS - RHEUMATO

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

Lift pushing and pulling of objects over 20lbs is not expected. It is expected the individual will not be sitting for long periods of time. The individual will be required to wear protective equipment and be expected to work with pathogens with known risk to human health. Training will be provided.

Shift

M-F between 8:30-5pm

Job Summary

The College of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine – Rheumatology is seeking an individual to perform scientific research for ongoing research projects.

This position will work on National Institutes of Health (NIH) – funded projects studying innate immune signaling and responses. This collaborative project will examine the intersection of interferon system in autoimmune diseases. Currently, there are several ongoing projects in the laboratory to study the role of 14-3-3z and IRF in autoimmune diseases.

Additional responsibilities include experimentation, lab management, organization, communication and training of lab personnel.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Excellent communication, regulatory documentation experience, Proficiency in genetic and molecular biology techniques,

Familiarity with mouse colonies and small animal surgeries,

Ability to manage federally funded research operations,

Strong organizational and leadership skills

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
05/19/2026

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