Research Analyst

University of Kentucky   Lexington, KY   Full-time     Research
Posted on April 5, 2024
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Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title

Research Analyst

Requisition Number

RE44582

Working Title

Research Analyst

Department Name

7H030:SANDERS-BROWN CTR ON AGING

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

42

Salary Range

$17.24-27.59/hour

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

MS

Click here for more information about equivalencies:

https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

May require long periods of sitting and/or standing; may require lifting up to 25lbs.

Shift

Dayshift, Monday through Friday. Other times as needed by department

Job Summary

The ideal candidate has a MS degree and at least 2 years of experience in a research laboratory. The candidate has strong background knowledge in general laboratory maintenance (e.g., buffer preparation, inventories, ordering, mouse colony maintenance, animal handling) and laboratory safety maintenance. The candidate further is able to independently conduct experiments and assays including IHC methods, cell culture and primary neuron experiments, and animal work. In addition the candidate will have managerial duties and will coordinate daily laboratory activities for a smooth and successful flow of experiments.

The person that fills this position will be critical for the successful completion of the proposed work funded by the NIH.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Excel, Word, Power Point, Graph Pad and statistical analysis

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

BS/MS in life sciences (or equivalent) with minimum of 2 years work experience in a research laboratory

Deadline to Apply

04/11/2024

University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

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 (*).
  1. * Please indicate your years of experience with immunohistochemistry.
    • None
    • More than 0, through 1 year
    • More than 1 year, through 3 years
    • More than 3 years, through 5 years
    • More than 5 years
  2. * How many years of paid employment experience do you have with cell culture maintenance?
    • None
    • More than 0, up through 1 year
    • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
    • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
    • More than 5 years
  3. * How many years of experience do you have with small animal surgical procedures?
    • None
    • More than 0, up through 1 year
    • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
    • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
    • More than 5 years
  4. * How many years of paid employment experience do you have with analyzing and presenting scientific data?
    • None
    • More than 0, up through 1 year
    • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
    • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
    • More than 5 years
  5. * The College of Medicine recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within our college, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of these values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.

    (Open Ended Question)
  6. * The College of Medicine seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, student, and colleague we encounter. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the College of Medicine values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?
    • Yes
    • No
  7. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
    • InsideHigherEd.com
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
    • Latinosinhighered.com
    • HospitalCareers.com
    • Indeed.com
    • LinkedIn.com
    • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (hercjobs.org)
    • A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
    • Careerbuilder.com
    • UK Job Fair
    • None of the Above
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Curriculum Vita
  2. Cover Letter