Deadline
Nov 01, 2026
Closing in 13 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Fixed contract (1-4 years)
Full time
Reference
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Posted
Oct 08, 2026
Offered salary$59,000/year
About the role
Post-Doctoral Scholar
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Posting Details
Posting Details| Job Title | Post-Doctoral Scholar |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | DU15093 |
| Department Name | 7H364:INTERNAL MEDICINE & DIVISIONS - RHEUMATO |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Salary Range | $59,000/year |
| Type of Position | Staff |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | PhD/MD-PhD |
| Required Related Experience | Immunology |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | None |
| Physical Requirements | Handling animal and human samples |
| Shift | Monday – Friday 8a-5p, some weekends required |
| Job Summary | The Chakravarti Immunology Laboratory in the Division of Rheumatology at the University of Kentucky is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Scholar to investigate signaling mechanisms that regulate immune cell fate decisions in health and disease. The successful candidate will lead studies focused on the role of 14-3-3 proteins and immune regulation in autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. These studies integrate molecular signaling, cellular immunology, systems immunology, and translational human immunology using both animal and human model systems. Along with the application, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter and one-page statement describing their immunology and cellular signaling related skills (Specific Request). |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Lab experience in handling immune cells, flow cytometry, cell culture and signaling is mandatory. |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | Immunology lab work |
| Deadline to Apply | 11/01/2026 |
| 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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Applicant Documents
Required Documents- Curriculum Vita
- Cover Letter
- Specific Request 1
- Academic Transcript
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