Job Description:
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details Posting Details
| Job Title | Post-Doctoral Scholar |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | DU12009 |
| Department Name | 7H018:Toxicology and Cancer Biology |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Salary Range | $52,000 |
| Type of Position | Temporary |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | PhD |
| Required Related Experience | N/A |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | N/A |
| Physical Requirements | Sitting at computer work station for long periods of timeStanding for long periods of timeRisk of back injury from moving/lifting, equipment, or materialsRepetitive motionLifting/Carrying up to _50____lbs.Pushing/Pulling up to _50___ lbs.Job Related TravelLoud NoisesHazardous Chemicals or fumesTemperature extremesRadiationBurns/Cuts/PuncturesBloodborne/Airborne Pathogens/Recombinant DNA/Viral Vectors |
| Shift | 8-5, occasional nights/weekends if needed |
| Job Summary | The Department of Toxicology & Cancer Biology is recruiting a Post-Doctoral Scholar for the lab of Dr. Ka Wing ‘Will’ Fong, Assistant Professor. Dr. Ka-wing (Will) Fong’s lab is studying transcriptional, epigenetic and metabolic regulation of prostate cancer [see our publications Fong et al., Mol Cell 2022; Fong et al., Nat Commun 2018; Fong et al., Cancer Res 2019, 2017; see the following link for complete publication list: https://toxicology.med.uky.edu/users/kfo241 The lab is currently supported by NIH funding and V-Foundation grants. The putative postdoc researcher will have the opportunities to work on prostate cancer-related projects with use of cutting-edge technologies, including CUTRUN, CUTTAG, ATAC-seq, stable-isotope resolved metabolomics, advanced proteomics and bioinformatics. Among other qualifications, successful candidates should have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree and have prior research experience in cancer biology and molecular biology The position is available immediately. Enthusiastic scientists with relevant experience are encouraged to apply. Required application materials include a current curriculum vitae and a cover letter. Please include the names and contact information for 2 references in the cover letter and when prompted in the application. For further information, please contact Dr. Ka-wing (Will) Fong, Assistant Professor, Department of Toxicology and Cancer Biology University of Kentucky, College of Medicine Lexington, KY 40536-0509 Lab URL: https://toxicology.med.uky.edu/users/kfo241 willfongkw@uky.edu |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | PhD; Research experience in cancer biology and molecular biology |
| Deadline to Apply | 12/31/2024 |
| 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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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vita
- Cover Letter
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