Research Analyst

University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleResearch AnalystRequisition NumberRE54228Working TitleDepartment Name81240:REGULATORY SERVICESWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level42Salary Range$17.41-27.87/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/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsAbility to sit and/or stand for long periods of time; ability to work in a hot and dusty environment; manual dexterity to perform repetitive tasks; ability to lift up to 40 lbs.ShiftMonday-Friday 8:00 am-4:30 pm (37.5 hrs/week)Job SummaryThe Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment department of Regulatory Services seeks a Research Analyst. The Regulatory Services division works to ensure regulation of quality of animal feed, fertilizer, seed, and raw milk so that Kentucky consumers have access to superior agricultural products. The Research Analyst position is an important member of the team working to prepare and analyze soil, lime, and animal waste samples for analysis. Other duties may be assigned as needed by supervisor as part of a supportive role that can include all soil analysis.

Why Join Us?

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment fosters a collaborative and supportive work environment. Benefits of working with us include:

• A formal mentoring program
• Access to a staff development fund
• A dedicated Staff Recognition Program
• A shared commitment to making the University of Kentucky the University of, for, and with Kentucky

To find out more about Martin-Gatton CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky,Click Here.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesWindows, Excel, data archival procedures, understanding of instrumentation, basic understanding of chemistry. Working knowledge of MS Access Data base, laboratory training experience, customer service.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceMaster’s DegreeDeadline to Apply05/20/2026Our University CommunityWe 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 of laboratory experience do you have?
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 2 years
   • More than 2 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
2. * How many years of experience do you have operating analytical instrumentation such as gas chromatography (GC), ICP-OES, LECO, Elementar, or other combustion instrument for Nitrogen?
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1, up through 2 year
   • More than 2, up through 5 year
   • More than 5 years
3. * How many college level courses have you completed in chemistry?
   • None
   • One Course
   • Two Courses
   • Three Courses
   • Four Courses
   • Five or More Courses
4. * How many years of experience do you have providing laboratory training, technical instruction, or mentoring (e.g., training staff on methods, SOPs, instrumentation, or safety procedures)?
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 2 years
   • More than 2 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
5. * How many years of experience do you have interacting with clients or sample submitters in a laboratory or related setting (e.g., sample intake, test coordination, results communication, or issue resolution
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 2 years
   • More than 2 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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