Research Fellow - Genetics

Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods of time, repetitive motion.
Shift
Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM/40 hrs/week, some evenings & weekends may be required.
Job Summary
Support Community-Focused Research That Improves Health Outcomes
The University of Kentucky is seeking a Research Associate Clinical I to coordinate clinical research activities for a field site serving the Cambridge, Ohio area .
This role is responsible for managing day-to-day research operations, coordinating participant visits, collecting clinical research data, and serving as the primary connection between study participants, the local community, and the research team. The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring research activities are conducted efficiently, accurately, and with a strong focus on participant experience.
What You’ll Do
Coordinate and manage daily operations at the Cambridge-area research clinic
Schedule and oversee participant study visits
Ensure research equipment, supplies, and materials are available and ready for clinic activities
Perform phlebotomy and collect clinical research measurements, including cardiovascular and liver function assessments
Maintain required research documentation and participant records
Administer participant incentives and support study-related financial tracking activities
Serve as the primary liaison between the research site and the broader study team
Communicate with participants, community members, and research staff regarding study activities and needs
What You’ll Bring
Experience supporting clinical research, healthcare operations, or research studies
Phlebotomy skills and comfort working directly with research participants
Strong organizational and time-management abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to maintain accurate records and follow research protocols
Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to participant-centered service
1 year of related experience
What’s In It for You
Meaningful impact: Support research focused on improving community health and well-being
Hands-on experience: Gain valuable clinical research and participant engagement experience
Professional growth: Build expertise in research coordination, data collection, and clinic operations
Hybrid flexibility: Opportunity for hybrid work arrangements with approval
Collaborative environment: Work closely with researchers, clinical staff, and community partners
Why Now?
Community-based research relies on strong local partnerships, effective participant engagement, and high-quality data collection. This position plays a key role in helping research teams connect with participants while ensuring studies are conducted efficiently and in accordance with established protocols.
In this role, you’ll help bridge research and community impact, contributing to projects that generate valuable health information while supporting participants throughout their research experience.
Internal Employee Being Considered
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
At least five years of experience in performing clinical tasks.
Deadline to Apply
Deadline to Apply 08/19/2026
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 (*).

• Please describe your experience with working with research subjects including scheduling and providing research incentives. (Open Ended Question)
• Please describe your paid work experience with phlebotomy and other clinical research measures. (Open Ended Question)

#J-18808-Ljbffr University of Kentucky