| Location | Lexington, KY |
| Salary | $73,861–$121,888 Per Year |
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title Principal Research Scientist Requisition Number RE56353 Working Title Department Name 81140:Veterinary Science Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 49 Salary Range $73,861-121,888/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
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sit at computer for long periods, lift, push, pull objects up to 50 pounds.
Shift
Weekdays (typically Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm EST) with evening and weekends as needed.
Job Summary
The Department of Veterinary Science's Gluck Equine Research Center within the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food & Environment is seeking a highly motivated Principal Research Scientist to support research initiatives at the Aged Horse Research Center.
This position will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of scientific research while overseeing daily laboratory operations, managing the lab budget, and contributing to grant development and funding efforts.
About the Role
This position will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of scientific research while overseeing daily laboratory operations, managing the lab budget, and contributing to grant development and funding efforts. The successful candidate will collaborate with faculty, researchers, and other stakeholders to advance research objectives, support ongoing projects, and promote the continued growth and success of the Aged Horse Research Center.
Why Join Us
At the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, you'll find a community that values collaboration, growth, and recognition. Benefits of joining our team include:
Join us in shaping the future of teaching and learning-where innovation meets impact.
To find out more about Martin-Gatton CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky, Click Here.
Internal Employee Being Considered
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes Preferred Education/Experience Deadline to Apply 11/09/2026 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.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents