Clinical Research Analyst

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Job Summary: A busy clinical research operation funded mainly by the National Institute on Drug Abuse seeks a professional and responsible Research Analyst to assist in all aspects of the research process using Good Clinical Practices.

• Telephone screening
• Assisting with subject interviews
• Conducting daily research sessions
• Coordinating research studies
• Recruiting research subjects
• Assisting with data analysis for scientific publication
• Additional duties as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field preferred.
• Two years of experience researching with human subjects desired.
• Knowledge of clinical research and regulations of conducting Human Research Protocols.
• Experience with interviewing research subjects, conducting daily research sessions, coordinating studies, and recruiting subjects.
• Experience in drug abuse and addiction research desired.
• Professional with good oral and written communication skills, detail-oriented, teamwork-oriented, excellent work ethic, dependable.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to sit for extended periods. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Salary Range: $22–$24 per hour

Position Type: Temporary full-time

Shift: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Friday (weekend and evening work may be required per workload demands).

Final date to receive applications: 01/28/2026

University of Kentucky EEO Statement: 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.