Research Analyst

University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleResearch AnalystRequisition NumberRE55266Working TitleDepartment Name7H400:Microbiology, Immunology & Molecular GenWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level42Salary Range$17.76-28.43/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 RequirementsMoving and lifting objects from floor to above shoulders, standing/walking with objects up to 25 pounds. Standing and sitting at computer terminals and laboratory bench completing repetitive tasks for extensive periods of time. Occasional job-related travel.ShiftPrimarily Days Monday – Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm, some Evenings, Weekends are possibleJob SummaryThe D’Orazio lab in the Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Molecular Genetics is seeking a Research Analyst to work on an NIH funded project that has guaranteed funding for two years.

The successful candidate will investigate candidate bacterial surface proteins that allow the foodborne pathogen Listeria monocytogenes to invade enteric glial cells and disseminate to the brainSkills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to Apply08/04/2026Our 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.

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1. Curriculum Vita
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