Research Scientist Program Mgr II/KTC

University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleResearch Scientist Program Mgr II/KTCRequisition NumberRE54035Working TitleDepartment Name8H060:Kentucky Transportation CenterWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level51Salary Range$93,954-159,744/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationPhDClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience6 yrsRequired License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsLifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs., sitting for long periods of timeShiftNights and Weekends as necessary 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday – Friday, Nights and Weekends as necessaryJob SummaryThis position is responsible for overall management of a research section within the Kentucky Transportation Center, including, proposal preparation, budget development and monitoring, data collection and analysis, client development and relationships and personnel management.

Internal Employee Being ConsideredSkills / Knowledge / AbilitiesStrong management and leadership skills
Expert-level knowledge of one software research package (e.g. ArcGIS, JMP, Stata, SAS)
Ability to delegate authority and hold staff accountable for their performance
Provide guidance and direction to other team members
Ability to maintain a collegial atmosphere
Exceptional organizational and communication skillsStrong public relations skills
Readiness to network with domestic and international researchers
Ability to develop innovative research methods used throughout out their research field
Strong verbal and written communication skillsDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? YesPreferred Education/ExperienceMASTER’S + 12 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE OR PhD + 6 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE.Driver’s license preferredDeadline to Apply04/25/2026Our 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. * Describe your experience working with research grants.

   (Open Ended Question)

2. * Rate your level of expertise in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Windows, Excel, and PowerPoint).
   • None
   • Basic
   • Average
   • Proficient
   • Expert
3. * Describe ways in which you have worked with team members and/or stakeholders during projects (as a leader or participant).

   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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