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Research Associate/COM

University of Kentucky
locationFayette County, Lexington, KY, USA
PublishedPublished: 11/9/2025
Research / Development
Full Time
$21.06 - $33.69 per hour

Job Title
Research Associate/COM


Requisition Number
RE52244


Working Title

Department Name
7H018:Toxicology and Cancer Biology


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
44


Salary Range
$21.06-33.69/hour


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education


MS




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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience


No experience required.




Required License/Registration/Certification

None



Physical Requirements

Lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 25 lbs, sitting or standing for long periods of time



Shift

Monday-Friday, 8-5pm. Some weekend or after hours as needed for projects



Job Summary

The lab of Dr. Changhai Tian is seeking a Research Associate/COM in order to assist with research.

The successful candidate should have experience in working with animals and general lab experiments. The duties of this position will include performing lab experiments and providing general research support activities under the direct supervision of the principal investigator.
Other activities include preparation of lab reagents, upkeep of lab and equipment, and documentation of experimental work performed.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
11/16/2025


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.

Salary range

  • $21.06 - $33.69 per hour