Scientist III
Listed on 2026-10-18
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Research/Development
Research Scientist, Clinical Research
Department Name 7H075:
Center for Health Engagement and Transformation
Work Location
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 48
Salary Range
Salary Range $64,/year
Type of Position
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education
PhD
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
May require sitting for long periods
Shift
Primarily Days Monday – Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm, some Evenings, Weekends are possible
Job Summary
The Markey Cancer Center has an opening for a Scientist III position in Dr. Laurie McLouth’s supportive oncology and cancer survivorship research lab. This position will primarily entail leading scholarly dissemination, supporting proposal development, developing new research protocols and evaluating preliminary data, and supporting project direction for ongoing and new extramurally-funded projects. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. Must be self-motivated, highly attentive to detail, and exercise good leadership and collaboration.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
PhD in Clinical or Health Psychology preferred. Experience conducting psych-oncology and psychosocial intervention research preferred. Experience conducting longitudinal data analyses preferred.
Final date to receive applications
Final date to receive applications 11/08/2026
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