Graduate Research Assistant

Compensation

$

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Job Description

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details

Job TitleGraduate Research AssistantRequisition NumberDU14926Department Name7H025:CANCER CENTER-CORE SUPPORTWork LocationLexington, KYSalary Range34,230-34,730Type of PositionStudentPosition Time Status Part-TimeRequired EducationA Doctoral student in public health, sociology, psychology or similar field preferred

Required Related ExperienceMicrosoft Office Suite, REDCap, CANVAS, EndNote

Required License/Registration/CertificationN/A

Physical RequirementsSitting at computer work station for long periods of time.

Repetitive motion.

ShiftMonday-Friday, specific schedule to TBD

Job SummaryWe are seeking a Doctoral student to work up to 20 hours a week. Looking for experience in conducting literature reviews, assisting with research and evaluation activities, such as the development of REDCap survey instruments, data collection, coding qualitative data in interview transcripts, assisting with qualitative data analysis, and contributing to the preparation of presentations, reports, and manuscripts.

Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesREDCap, data collection, qualitative data analysis, preparing manuscripts, literature reviews

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceA Doctoral student in public health, sociology, psychology or similar field, REDCap, data collection, coding qualitative data, literature reviews, manuscript writing preferred.

Deadline to Apply08/24/2026Our University CommunityWe 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.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents1. Resume

1. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities

PI286205265

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

DU14926