Graduate Research Assistant

Job Title
Graduate Research Assistant

Requisition Number
DU14359

Department Name
7H075:Center for Health Engagement and Transformation

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Salary Range
$30,000 with tuition reimbursement (summer tuition is not included)

Type of Position
Student

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Required Related Experience

N/A

Required License/Registration/Certification

CITI Training to be obtained after hire

Physical Requirements

Able to lift at least 25 lbs, repetitive motion, sitting for long periods of time.

Shift

Monday – Friday, 20 hrs/week

Job Summary

Qualified graduate student applicant will:

• Assist with manuscripts, presentations, reports and other study products
• Assist with recruitments protocols by making follow-up phone calls and emails to potential participants and enrolling participants in the AppalTRUST study.
• Assist with tracking AppalTRUST study participants for the duration of their time in the study.
• Assist with trouble-shooting technical issues.
• Additional responsibilities as needed.

Please submit for the writing sample answers to the following questions:
1. What is your interest in tobacco control research?
2. What experience, if any, have you had with conducting research out in the community (i.e., field data collection)?

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Highly reliable, detail oriented, conscientious, strong oral and written communication skills, works well independently, but also team oriented.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
03/31/2026

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.