Deadline
Dec 31, 2026
Closing in 73 days
Location
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United States
Employment
Temporary
Full time
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Posted
Oct 03, 2026
About the role
Post Doctoral Scholar (Jaramillo Lab)
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Posting Details
Posting Details| Job Title | Post Doctoral Scholar (Jaramillo Lab) |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | DU15154 |
| Department Name | 7K300:PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Salary Range | Commensurate with Experience |
| Type of Position | Temporary |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | PhD in neuroscience, pharmacology, or equivalent field. |
| Required Related Experience | Competitive candidates will have experience using rodent behavioral models and/or the techniques listed above, as well as a record of research productivity. |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | N/A |
| Physical Requirements | Sitting for long periods of time, stooping, bending, lifting, reaching; carrying/pushing/pulling up to 15 lbs., ability to use step ladder to reach above head |
| Shift | M-F , with occasional evenings and/or weekends due to experiments |
| Job Summary |
The Jaramillo lab in the Pharmaceutical Sciences Department in the College of Pharmacy is recruiting a Postdoctoral Scholar to lead research investigating negative affective disturbances in abstinence. The successful candidate will contribute to NIH-NIAAA funded (AA032581) studies investigating neurocircuits and behavioral mechanisms that become dysregulated in animal models for alcohol use using in vivo fiber photometry, ex vivo slice physiology, chemogenetics, immunofluorescence, and intracranial pharmacological infusions. Current projects focus on the parabrachial extended amygdala circuit, with an emphasis on neuropeptides (PACAP and CRF) and stress. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, leading manuscript preparation (e.g., writing, data analysis, and interpretation), mentoring trainees, grant development, presenting at scientific conferences, and developing independent research questions. Applicants must hold a PhD in a relevant field (e.g., neuroscience, pharmacology). Competitive candidates will have experience using rodent behavioral models and/or the techniques listed above, as well as a record of research productivity. The successful candidate will receive individually tailored mentoring toward an independent career in the field of their choice. Individuals interested in industry will have opportunities to interact with industry experts (e.g., through departmental seminars). To apply, submit a CV, a cover letter briefly describing their research experience and career goals, and the contact information and email addresses of three professional references via the application website. Please add the reference contact information in your application. The position start date is flexible. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | Lab experience recommended but not required: rodent behavioral models, in vivo fiber photometry, ex vivo slice physiology, chemogenetics, immunofluorescence, and/or intracranial pharmacological infusions |
| Deadline to Apply | 12/31/2026 |
| Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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. 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. 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 background check and/or drug screen. |
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