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Posted July 17, 2026

Graduate Research Assistant

University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, United States 40502 Full Time
Reference: 285909104


University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details
Posting Details

Job Title Graduate Research Assistant
Requisition Number DU14855
Department Name 7H025:CANCER CENTER-CORE SUPPORT
Work Location Lexington, KY
Salary Range 34,230-34,730
Type of Position Student
Position Time Status Part-Time
Required Education
A Doctoral student in public health, sociology, psychology or similar field preferred
Required Related Experience
Microsoft Office Suite, REDCap, CANVAS, EndNote
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Physical Requirements
Sitting at computer work station for long periods of time.
Repetitive motion.
Shift
Monday-Friday, specific schedule to TBD
Job Summary
We 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 / Abilities
REDCap, data collection, qualitative data analysis, preparing manuscripts, literature reviews
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
A Doctoral student in public health, sociology, psychology or similar field, REDCap, data collection, coding qualitative data, literature reviews, manuscript writing preferred.
Deadline to Apply 07/27/2026
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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