Post Doctoral Scholar

Posting Details Job Title: Post Doctoral Scholar Requisition Number: DU14698 Department: 7H018: Toxicology and Cancer Biology Work Location: Lexington, KY Salary Range: $63,480 Type of Position: Student Position Time Status: Full-Time Required Education: Ph.D. degree is required Required Related Experience: Prior experience in biological sciences and project lead Shift: 40 hours a week. Some evenings and/or weekends may be necessary. Deadline to Apply: 06/30/2026 Job Summary The Xiao lab is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral scholar to study the role of membrane trafficking in cancer progression. This is a full-time, on-site role for a Postdoctoral Researcher located in Lexington, KY. Candidates should have demonstrated experience in experimental design, troubleshooting, and the ability to independently lead projects and advance research initiatives. The Postdoctoral Researcher will conduct advanced research, perform laboratory experiments, analyze collected data, and contribute to ongoing grant funded projects. Additional responsibilities include preparing research findings for publication, collaborating with team members, and mentoring graduate or undergraduate students as part of training initiatives. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Mammalian cell culture, molecular and protein assays (RT-qPCR, flow cytometry, ELISA, Western blotting, etc.) Immunostaining, advanced experience in fluorescence microscopy (point scan, spinning disk-confocal, TIRF microscopy, etc.) is highly desirable Experience in imaging analysis (ImageJ, Imaris, etc.) is preferred Preferred Education / Experience Ph.D. with experience in multidisciplinary research and project leadership. Equal Employment Opportunity The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Application Deadline Deadline to Apply: 06/30/2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr