Student Research Assistant

Student Research Assistant

Job Title - Student Research Assistant

Work Location - Lexington, KY

Salary Range - $31.25/hour

Type of Position - Student

Position Time Status - Part-Time

Required Education - N/A

Required Related Experience - HS Diploma

Required License/Registration/Certification - NA

Physical Requirements - sitting for long periods of time

Shift - 20 hours per week / hours vary

Job Summary - This position will support for an artificial intelligence project. Responsibilities include developing algorithms and programs, performing computer experiments, conducting literature review, generation of figures, and scientific writing. Training will be provided including programming, research, and scientific writing. This position is for the summer 2026.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? - No

Preferred Education/Experience - UK student majoring in computer science

Deadline to Apply - 08/31/2026

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.

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter