Posted in Other 11 days ago.
Location: Lexington, Kentucky
Job Title | Research Associate |
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Requisition Number | RE45049 |
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Department Name | 7H700:Dept of Pharmacology & Nutritional Scien |
Work Location | Lexington, KY |
Grade Level | 44 |
Salary Range | $43,361-69,383/year |
Type of Position | Staff |
Position Time Status | Full-Time |
Required Education | PhD |
Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies |
Required Related Experience | No experience required. |
Required License/Registration/Certification | None |
Physical Requirements | Applicant is expected to be able to lift objects up to 25 lbs and push and pull objects on a wheeled cart. Job requires prolongedsitting and may require periods on long standing. Repetitive motions such as pipetting and scruffing of mice are a regular part of the job. |
Shift | Day shift. Monday through Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm. May be required to work occasional nights and weekends. Will be required to come in at 6:00am to fast rodents as needed. |
Job Summary | The Rashid Laboratory uses rodent models and cell-culture techniques to study mechanisms by which environmental factors lead to the development of type 2 diabetes. Using wild-type and transgenic mouse models, we investigate how environmental chemicals disrupt glucose homeostasis, with particular emphasis on insulin resistance and hepatosteatosis. In a second project, we use rats to study how being born with low birth weight leads to pancreatic beta-cell dysfunction. A Research Associate is needed to perform GTT, ITT, quantify glucose-stimulated insulin secretion (in vivo, ex vivo and in vitro) in mice and rats, maintain transgenic mouse colonies, and perform survival surgeries in rats. The Research Associate is also responsible for managing our various research projects, ordering supplies, and training laboratory personnel. |
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | In addition to those listed in job summary, proficiency with advanced microscopy techniques and FACS analysis is preferred. |
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | Yes |
Preferred Education/Experience | |
Deadline to Apply | 05/14/2024 |
University Community of Inclusion | The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen. |
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