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University of Kentucky · 9 hours ago

Post-Doctoral Scholar

positionGreater Lexington Area
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
money$54K/yr - $76K/yr

The University of Kentucky is seeking a Post-Doctoral Scholar to work in Dr. Congqing Wu’s lab, focusing on the immune system's role in diseases with vascular pathology. The role involves conducting research, data analysis, and contributing to publications, with an emphasis on understanding the mechanisms linking inflammation and coagulation.

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Responsibilities

Experience performing experiments, analyzing data, and assisting in the dissemination of results through abstracts and papers

Qualification

PhD in related fieldData analysisMolecular biologyVivo modelsResearch publicationCuriosity in immunityCommitment to health impact

Required

PhD or terminal degree in a related field
Experience performing experiments, analyzing data, and assisting in the dissemination of results through abstracts and papers
Moving and lifting object from floor to above shoulders up to 25 pounds
Standing and sitting at computer terminals and laboratory bench completing repetitive tasks for extensive periods of time
Continuous working with materials requiring personal protective equipment in accord with EH&S policy

Company

University of Kentucky

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The University of Kentucky is a public, research-extensive, land grant university dedicated to improving people's lives through excellence in teaching, research, health care, cultural enrichment, and economic development for over 150 years.
dateFounded in 1865
location
Lexington, Kentucky, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.ca.uky.edu

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$12.55M
Key Investors
U.S. Department of AgricultureNational Institute of Food and AgricultureNational Science Foundation
2024-09-16Grant· $0.91M
2024-07-22Grant· $0.77M
2024-02-22Grant· $0.87M

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