FWS Fall 2026, Neurology Clinical Research Assistant

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Department of Neurology KNI Clinical Research Unit at the University of Kentucky is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant to support our clinical trials team. You will assist with select research projects and grants, entering study data and maintaining study records and supplies.

Strong communication, documentation and organizational skills are required. This is a part-time student position with hours around class schedules, typically 8:00 am–5:00 pm, located in Lexington, KY.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, documentation and organizational skills are required.
• Experience with entering study data and maintaining records is preferred.
• Ability to work around class schedules as a student.

Responsibilities

• Enter study data and maintain clinical research study records.
• Manage study supplies and documentation for trials.
• Support the research team with project tasks and grants.

Skills

Organizational skills

Job description

University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details

• Job Title: FWS Fall 2026, Neurology Clinical Research Assistant
• Requisition Number: DU15023
• Department Name: 1B531:Federal Work Study
• Work Location: 740 S. Limestone St Lexington, KY 40536
• Salary Range: $12.00 - $20.00
• Type of Position: Student
• Position Time Status: Part-Time
• Required Education: N/A
• Required Related Experience: N/A
• Required License/Registration/Certification: N/A
• Physical Requirements: Lifting up to 5 lbs. and sitting for extended periods.
• Shift: Work around your class schedule during our office hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm from Monday - Friday.
• Job Summary: The Department of Neurology KNI Clinical Research Unit is seeking to fill a Clinical Research Assistant position to work with our clinical trials team. You will assist with select research projects and grants within the unit. Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills are required to be successful in this position. Responsibilities include entering study data, and maintaining clinical research study records and supplies.
• Skills / Knowledge / Abilities: Good organizational skills.
• Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No.
• Preferred Education/Experience: N/A
• Deadline to Apply: 08/31/2026

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