Clinical Research Assistant

Inside Higher Ed; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 23,984 - 38,393; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Lexington, KY is looking for a Clinical Research Assistant to join its medical team at the Turfland Research Clinic. This full-time position involves daily blood collections and lab processing, ensuring high standards of sample handling. The ideal candidate must possess an Associate's degree and have good communication skills, especially when working with cognitively impaired individuals. Phlebotomy skills are highly desired. A driver's license is preferred for participant transport. This role offers a collaborative environment and meaningful work in Alzheimer's care.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree (AS) required.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability.
• Good communication skills essential.
• Willingness to work with cognitively impaired individuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily blood collections and laboratory processing.
• Adhere to proper lab techniques and sample processing protocols.
• Collaborate with the team leader and other medical staff to service clinic participants.
• Maintain dependability and uphold high work standards.
• Communicate effectively with cognitively impaired individuals.
• Assist with participant transport when applicable.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Reliability

Education

Associate's degree (AS)

Tools

Phlebotomy training

Job description

Clinical Research Assistant – Turfland Research Clinic

Job Title: Clinical Research Assistant

Requisition Number: RE52769

Department: 7H030:SANDERS-BROWN CTR ON AGING

Location: Lexington, KY

Grade kõrg: 42

Salary Range: $17.41–27.87/hour

Position Type: Staff (Full‑time)

Shift: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

Required Education: AS

Physical Requirements: Light lifting of files and packages <10 lb infrequently; prolonged sitting.

Required Experience: No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification: None

Job Summary

Clinical Research Assistant will be a key member of the medical team at Turfland Research Clinic. The role involves daily blood collections and lab processing, ensuring high standards of proper lab techniques and sample handling. Working closely with the team leader and other medical staff, you will provide service to clinic participants and keep high work standards. Because this is an Alzheimer’s disease and aging clinic, communication skills and willingness to work with cognitively impaired individuals are essential. An unrestricted driver’s licence is preferred for participant transport. Phlebotomy skills are highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily blood collections and laboratory processing.
• Adhere to proper lab techniques and sample processing protocols.
• Collaborate with the team leader and other medical staff to service clinic participants.
• Maintain dependability and uphold high work standards.
• Communicate effectively with cognitively impaired individuals.
• Assist with participant transport when applicable.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree (AS).
• Strong attention to detail and reliability.
• Good communication skills.
• Willingness to work with cognitively impaired individuals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Phlebotomy training and skills.
• Unrestricted driver's licence.

Deadline to Apply

01/22/2026

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