Dr. Guan-Yu Xiao’s research lab is looking for a qualified, full-time Research Associate to undertake a variety of laboratory procedures of technical nature. You will be conducting lab tests, handling animal models and experiments, and reporting findings to a laboratory manager and principal investigators. The ideal candidate will have experience in working under possibly hazardous conditions (e.g. chemicals or pathogens). They will be well-trained to maintain safety conditions and will be passionate for doing work that makes things move forward. The goal is to optimize lab procedures and animal works, and succeed in producing reliable and important results that can be used to make a difference. Responsibilities: - Design and execute laboratory testing according standard procedures, make observations and interpret findings. - Conduct experiments under defined conditions to verify/reject various types of hypotheses using refined scientific methods. - Establish and maintain animal models (e.g. breeding, genotyping, etc.). - Execute animal experiments and make observations (e.g. cell implantation, necropsy, etc.). - Record all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibility. - Ensure that all safety guidelines are followed strictly at all times and maintain a clean and orderly environment. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Familiar with Microsoft Word, Power point, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Outlook Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/ Experience Molecular biology or Cell biology, and experiences with mouse breeding, genotyping and maintenance will be preferred. Deadline to Apply 05/06/2026 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.