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Posted July 10, 2026

Data Research Analyst Senior

University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, United States 40502 Full Time
Reference: 285749961


University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details
Posting Details

Job Title Data Research Analyst Senior
Requisition Number RE55033
Working Title
Department Name 8E300:Biology
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 47
Salary Range $58,302-96,179/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education

BA

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Required Related Experience

6 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting at a computer for extended periods of time, repetitive motion
Shift
Primarily days, Monday – Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Additional
hours as needed.
Job Summary
The College of Arts and Sciences’ Biology Department is seeking a Senior Data Research Analyst.

This position is located in Lexington, Kentucky.

This position will oversee and conduct the conversion of data into meaningful insights that will lead to informed analytical decisions for state partners and researchers, investigators, and senior data analysts to develop complex analytical designs.

Responsibilities include:
  • diagnosing, validating, and improving performance of models over time
  • providing leadership and technical support to junior analysts
  • developing logical and conceptual data flows that support and guide appropriate and effective use of the data
  • understanding technical specification, functions, and business requirements
  • handling multiple simultaneous tasks, prioritize work, and remain functional under tight timelines.

The Senior Data Research Analyst will also develop complex, efficient, and reusable programming code meant for improvement, manipulation, and analysis of data.

Other responsibilities include:
  • performing data conversions
  • writing code
  • identifying relevant trends
  • preparing reports & visualizations
  • developing dashboards

Internal Employee Being Considered
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply 07/15/2026
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.


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