Post Doctoral Scholar (Zhan Lab)
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Posting Details
| Job Title | Post Doctoral Scholar (Zhan Lab) |
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| Requisition Number | DU11644 |
| Department Name | 7K300:PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Salary Range | TBD |
| Type of Position | Temporary |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | PhD |
| Required Related Experience | Qualified candidates must have research experience in (1) construction of plasmids, site-directed mutagenesis, protein expression in mammalian eukaryotic cells, and protein purification; and (2) in vivo studies in mice and rats.
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| Required License/Registration/Certification | N/A |
| Physical Requirements | Sitting and standing for long periods of time; lifting and carrying up to 10lbs; stooping and bending; traversing throughout the building and campus. |
| Shift | Monday – Friday; some nights and weekends depending upon research needs. |
| Job Summary | The lab of Dr. Chang-Guo Zhan at the UK College of Pharmacy is seeking a post-doctoral scholar. The postdoc is expected to produce various protein drug candidates through construction of the plasmids, site-directed mutagenesis, protein expression and purification in mammalian eukaryotic cells, and protein activity and stability analyses. The postdoc is also expected to evaluate various drug candidates (proteins or small-molecule compounds) in vitro and in vivo (mice and rats etc.) for their activities relevant to clinical development. Qualified candidates must have research experience in (1) construction of plasmids, site-directed mutagenesis, protein expression in mammalian eukaryotic cells, and protein purification; and (2) in vivo studies in mice and rats. |
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| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | |
| Deadline to Apply | 06/30/2024 |
| 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 backgrounds, 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.
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