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Post Doctoral Scholar – Veterinary Science
Location:
Lexington, KY
Salary:
$57,000/year plus benefits
Employment Type:
Temporary, Full‑Time
Application Deadline:
01/15/2026
Required Education:
Ph.D. in Veterinary Science, Equine Science, Biological Sciences, or Animal Science.
Required Experience:
In‑depth understanding of equine reproductive and/or endometrial physiology; practical skills in extracellular vesicle biology, molecular biology, and/or cell culture; scientific writing experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Enthusiasm, professionalism, excellent communication, and soft skills.
Strong academic record and desire to work at the interface of embryology and bioinformatics.
Ph.D. in Veterinary Science, Equine Science, Animal Science, or Biological Sciences.
DVM encouraged.
Position Summary:
The scholar will conduct research on embryo‑maternal communication under the supervision of Dr. Tom Stout at the Gluck Equine Research Center, University of Kentucky. Responsibilities include:
Investigating early development of horse embryos, focusing on origins of developmental failure such as errors in cell division, embryonic genome activation, and cell lineage segregation.
Applying advanced molecular biology techniques—including genomic, transcriptomic, proteomic, and high‑resolution microscopy—to study embryo‑maternal interactions.
Participating in the training of graduate students in laboratory techniques and procedures.
Potential for a 1–2 year extension beyond the initial 12‑month appointment.
Application Instructions:
Submit a CV, contact information for 2–3 references, and a statement of research interests to taestout@uky.edu.
Website:
http://gluck.ca.uky.edu/
Equal Opportunity Employment:
The University of Kentucky is an equal‑opportunity university. We encourage applications from all academically qualified people interested in educational opportunities. The University follows all applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Qualified candidates may be required to pass pre‑employment screening, including a background check and/or drug screen.
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Lexington, KY
Salary:
$57,000/year plus benefits
Employment Type:
Temporary, Full‑Time
Application Deadline:
01/15/2026
Required Education:
Ph.D. in Veterinary Science, Equine Science, Biological Sciences, or Animal Science.
Required Experience:
In‑depth understanding of equine reproductive and/or endometrial physiology; practical skills in extracellular vesicle biology, molecular biology, and/or cell culture; scientific writing experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Enthusiasm, professionalism, excellent communication, and soft skills.
Strong academic record and desire to work at the interface of embryology and bioinformatics.
Ph.D. in Veterinary Science, Equine Science, Animal Science, or Biological Sciences.
DVM encouraged.
Position Summary:
The scholar will conduct research on embryo‑maternal communication under the supervision of Dr. Tom Stout at the Gluck Equine Research Center, University of Kentucky. Responsibilities include:
Investigating early development of horse embryos, focusing on origins of developmental failure such as errors in cell division, embryonic genome activation, and cell lineage segregation.
Applying advanced molecular biology techniques—including genomic, transcriptomic, proteomic, and high‑resolution microscopy—to study embryo‑maternal interactions.
Participating in the training of graduate students in laboratory techniques and procedures.
Potential for a 1–2 year extension beyond the initial 12‑month appointment.
Application Instructions:
Submit a CV, contact information for 2–3 references, and a statement of research interests to taestout@uky.edu.
Website:
http://gluck.ca.uky.edu/
Equal Opportunity Employment:
The University of Kentucky is an equal‑opportunity university. We encourage applications from all academically qualified people interested in educational opportunities. The University follows all applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Qualified candidates may be required to pass pre‑employment screening, including a background check and/or drug screen.
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