Research Analyst

University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleResearch AnalystRequisition NumberRE54334Working TitleDepartment Name81110:HorticultureWork 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 RequirementsSitting for long periods, may also require standing for long periods. Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds. Seasonal work will require being outdoors in hot or cold weather.ShiftMonday – Friday; 8:30 am – 5:00 pm. May require evenings/weekends for research purposes.Job SummaryThe Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment’s Department of Horticulture seeks a Research Analyst. The Research Analyst will provide direct support of the Extension Vegetable Specialist research and extension programs. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to: conducting applied research on a range of vegetable crops, maintaining the lab, training and supervising undergraduate workers, assisting graduate students, and assisting with the organization of extension workshops and trainings.

For additional information about the Horticulture department please click here. 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.

IEBC (Internal Employee Being Considered).Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesPowerPoint, computer and social media communications, writing/editing skillsDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceDrivers License and Pesticide Applicators License preferredDeadline to Apply05/17/2026Our 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. * Do you have a minimum of 2 years of applied research or Extension experience in horticulture or closely related field?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have experience using software in Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Excel, Word, PowerPoint)?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you have or will you be able to obtain a Pesticide Applicators License?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

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