Research Associate /COM - Military veterans preferred

2025-09-20
University of Kentucky
Other

/yr

  employee   contract


Lexington
Kentucky
40502
United States


University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job TitleResearch Associate /COMRequisition NumberRE51686Working TitleResearch AssociateDepartment Name7H025:CANCER CENTER-CORE SUPPORTWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level44Salary Range$21.06-33.69/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education

MS

Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Lifting, pushing, and pulling of objects potentially over 50 lbs., sitting for long periods of time at times.
Shift
Day shift. Schedule TBD.
Job Summary
The Markey Cancer Center seeks a Research Associate to perform basic science research. The ideal candidate will have experience and knowledge of genetics, cell biology, and/or developmental biology, with knowledge of using standard laboratory equipment.

This position will have a fully on-site work arrangement.

IMPORTANT: Resumes and CVs cannot be substituted for a completed application. Incomplete applications could disqualify you from being considered for this position. If the information on your resume is not entered on the application, this will prevent us from being able to assess your education and experience when trying to determine a salary offer. To be considered you must fully complete the online application being sure to only put one (1) job title for each entry (multiple job titles for one employer must have separate entries), the # of hours worked per week and your ending salary. You will also be required to upload a cover letter and resume plus, as optional request 1, a copy of your CV.

To view our exceptional benefits, please visit https://www.uky.edu/hr/benefits.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Microsoft Office Suite, knowledge & skills with microscopes, lab equipment maintenance.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Doctor’s degree plus 2 years related experience including experience with bench work experiments.
Deadline to Apply09/25/2025Our 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 (*).

  1. * How many years experience do you have in a research laboratory environment?
    • None
    • More than 0, up through 1 year
    • More than 1, up through 3 years
    • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
    • More than 5 years

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Curriculum Vita




Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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