Scientist I
University of Kentucky
About the Role
The Detloff Lab is seeking a Scientist I to support a research program combining rodent and rabbit behavioral testing, molecular biology, and animal care/clinical technical work. This role blends hands-on veterinary-adjacent responsibilities (daily health assessments, surgical assistance, treatment) with core research execution (behavioral testing, cellular and molecular benchwork) and lab administration (lab compliance, lab accounting & ordering). The ideal candidate is comfortable making basic clinical judgment calls about animal welfare while also contributing directly to experimental data collection and lab administration.
Key Responsibilities
- Support a research program involving rodent and rabbit behavioral testing, molecular biology, and animal care/clinical technical work.
- Conduct daily health assessments of animals.
- Provide surgical assistance to animals.
- Administer treatments to animals.
- Execute behavioral testing.
- Perform cellular and molecular benchwork.
- Manage lab compliance.
- Handle lab accounting and ordering.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- MS degree.
- No experience required.
- Comfortable making clinical decisions regarding animal care.
- Experienced in handling, surgical & behavioral procedures of rabbits and rodents with neurological injury.
- Proficient in cell/tissue culture.
- Proficient in IHC.
- Proficient in microscopy.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Neuroscience or related biomedical field.
- Preferred: 2-3 years of work experience.
Working Conditions
- Physical Requirements: Sitting for long periods at a microscope and computer.
- Shift: Monday through Friday, 40 hrs/wk with flexible daily start and stop times.
- Location: Lexington, KY.
- Salary Range: $44,678-71,469/year.
- Position Type: Staff, Full-Time.