Research Scientist jobs in Lexington, KY

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Senior Research Scientist/UK IDEA
  • University of Kentucky
  • Lexington, KY FULL_TIME
  • Posting Details

    Job Title Senior Research Scientist/UK IDEA

    Requisition Number RE45713

    Working Title

    Department Name 8H755:UK IDEA

    Work Location Lexington, KY

    Grade Level 48

    Salary Range $62,310-102,821/year

    Type of Position Staff

    Position Time Status Full-Time

    Required Education

    PhD

    Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

    Required Related Experience

    2 yrs

    Required License/Registration/Certification

    None

    Physical Requirements

    To meet project requirements, lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 40 lbs., climb stairs and ladders, work outdoors, wear all PPE , sitting for long periods of time, standing, walking, repetitive motion tasks, exposure to loud noises, temperature extremes, hazardous chemicals and fumes

    including waste and risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job..

    Shift

    Monday – Friday typical working hours, for example 8:30am – 5:00pm. Some nights and weekends shift work may also be required to meet project demands.

    Job Summary

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    Acting as Project Scientist

    • Design, synthesis, and production of catalyst materials and catalytic electrodes forlowering energy consumption for direct air capture ( DAC )applications.
    • Perform electrochemical tests and chemistry experiments, including but not limited to cyclic voltammetry EIS , constant current, constant voltage, carbon loading, alkalinity, XRD , surface area and porosity measurements, etc., supporting for DAC process characterizations.
    • Lead and work on the electrolyzer scale up, including but not limited to literature survey, process design, construction, assembly, testing (testing plan development), data collection, data analysis (performance metric development, modeling, etc), and data report.
    • Complete monthly and quarterly project reports and contribute to monthly and yearly project review presentations, i.e., including 12 monthly technical reports, 3 monthly technical presentations, bi-weekly DAC meetings.
    • Meeting the minimal work demand assigned by the project’s PI and team manager. Submit all original data files related to DAC process.
    • Publish at least one peer-reviewed journal article per year.

    Job Requirements:

    • Be able to work in multiple Lexington offices.
    • Maintains knowledge of and follows all UK and group policies and procedures.
    • Lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 20 lbs., climb stairs and ladders, work outside as needed, wear all PPE , sitting for long periods of time, standing, walking.
    • Adept at computer software use.
    • Knowledge of chemical process unit operations
    • Ability to communicate effectively, orally and written.
    • Regularly attends meetings and training.
    • Accepts other responsibilities, as assigned or as needed.
    • Maintains positive interaction with colleagues and external contacts.
    • Maintains a clean, clutter-free, organized, professional work/laboratory spaces and office environments.

    Conditions:

    Periodic drug testing may be required

    There is an internal employee being considered for this position ( IEBC ).

    Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

    Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

    Preferred Education/Experience

    Deadline to Apply 06/10/2024

    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 backgrounds, 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 background check and/or drug screen.

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Scientist
  • Valvoline Global Operations
  • Lexington, KY FULL_TIME
  • Overview Why Valvoline Global Operations? Valvoline Global is a worldwide leader in automotive and industrial solutions, creating future-ready products and best-in-class services for partners around t...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Data entry
  • Maxion Research
  • Richmond, KY FULL_TIME
  • You'll need an Internet connection and a mobile device or computer. We need folks who want to do tasks, micro tasks, work at home opinion panels, online focus groups, product testing, research trials ...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Senior Acquisition Specialist
  • Applied Research Solutions
  • Lexington, KY FULL_TIME
  • Applied Research Solutions is seeking a full-time Senior Acquisition Specialist located at MacDill AFB, FL. The Senior Acquisition Specialist’s primary function will be to manage the International Ope...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Scientist II
  • University of Kentucky Health System (Uk Health)
  • Lexington, KY FULL_TIME
  • Posting Details Posting Details Job Title Scientist II Requisition Number RE45632 Working Title Department Name 81310:CEDIK Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 46 Salary Range $51,491-84,950/year ...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Scientist II
  • Piramal Group
  • Lexington, KY FULL_TIME
  • Business: Piramal Pharma Solutions Department: Analytical R&D Location: Lexington, KY Travel : N/A Shift: M-F, 8 AM – 5 PMJob Overview :The Analytical Scientist II conducts complex chemical and physic...
  • 14 Days Ago

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Data Scientist- Remote
  • Sharecare
  • Frankfort, KY
  • Job Description: Sharecare is the leading digital health company that helps people no matter where they are in their hea...
  • 6/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sr. Statistical Analyst
  • American Heart Association
  • Lexington, KY
  • **Overview** As we celebrate our Centennial year, we invite you to join us in shaping the next century of impact. Be a r...
  • 6/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

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IRS APPEALS, CI, TSO Divisions - Accepting Resumes from Disabled Veterans (10 pt. Preference)
  • Department Of The Treasury
  • Lexington, KY
  • Duties WHAT ARE THE APPEALS, CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION, AND TRANSFORMATION & STRATEGY OFFICE DIVISIONS? A description of th...
  • 6/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Chair, Associate Professor of Counseling
  • Kentucky State University
  • Frankfort, KY
  • TITLE: Chair, Associate Professor of Counseling DEPARTMENT: School of Psychology REPORTS TO: (Dean of the College of Art...
  • 6/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Oncology RN Research Coordinator
  • CHI
  • Lexington, KY
  • Overview The Oncology Clinical Research Nurse (CRN) works with the CommonSpirit Health Research Institute Market Clinica...
  • 6/12/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Part-Time and Full-Time Teachers at Woodland Early Learning Center
  • KinderCare Education
  • Lexington, KY
  • Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companie...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Spring 2025 Tax Intern - Lexington
  • Cherry Bekaert
  • Lexington, KY
  • Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country, Cherry Bekaert delivers innovative and sophisti...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Certified Medical Assistant II
  • Catholic Health Initiatives
  • Lexington, KY
  • **Overview** CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

Lexington, consolidated with Fayette County and often denoted as Lexington-Fayette, is the second-largest city in Kentucky and the 60th-largest city in the United States. By land area, Lexington is the 28th largest city in the United States. Known as the "Horse Capital of the World," it is the heart of the state's Bluegrass region. It has a nonpartisan mayor-council form of government, with 12 council districts and three members elected at large, with the highest vote-getter designated vice mayor. In the 2017 U.S. Census Estimate, the city's population was 321,959, anchoring a metropolitan are...
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Income Estimation for Research Scientist jobs
$115,479 to $144,458
Lexington, Kentucky area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago