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Job Title
Research Assistant

Requisition Number
RE55115

Working Title
Research Assistant

Department Name
7H100:Department of Neuroscience

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
40

Salary Range
$15.61-24.99/hour

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

BS

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Required Related Experience

1 yr

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting/Standing for long periods of time, lifting op to 25lbs.

Shift

8 am to 5pm Monday through Friday. Some other times may be necessary based on specimen prcurement needs.

Job Summary

The Department of Neuroscience and the laboratory of Dr. Lance Johnson are seeking a Research Assistant to support ongoing research on brain metabolism and neurodegenerative disease.

Working under the direction of the Principal Investigator and senior lab members, the Research Assistant will perform routine laboratory experiments and standard techniques, process and maintain biological samples and specimens, and support day-to-day lab organization, data management, and recordkeeping.

The role also includes limited administrative support, such as attending team meetings and assisting with routine correspondence and scheduling. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, comfortable following established protocols, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative research team.

Prior laboratory experience is preferred but not required.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor’s of Science

Deadline to Apply
07/22/2026

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