Research Analyst

University of Kentucky; Lexington, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking a scientifically skilled professional to lead bone histology and histomorphometry for clinical biopsies and translational studies. You will manage processing, embedding, sectioning, staining, image capture, and quantitative analysis following established guidelines.

The role emphasizes documentation of results, QA, and lab supervision, with 70% time at the microscope. A MS and prior histology/microscopy experience are preferred; 0-2 years in a research/lab

Qualifications

• MS required.
• Histopath tech and microscope experience preferred.
• 0-2 years research and/or laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute specialized bone histology and histomorphometry on clinical bone biopsies and preclinical studies.
• Perform processing, embedding, sectioning, staining, image acquisition, and quantitative analysis; report results.
• Document QA and provide lab supervision; contribute to clinical care pathways for metabolic bone disease and translational studies.
• Allocate 70% of time to microscope work; maintain lab quality and compliance.
• Experience with micro CT and other imaging modalities is highly desirable.

Skills

Microscopy

Histology

Bone histology

Histomorphometry

Laboratory supervision

Education

MS

Tools

Micro-CT

Job description

Department Name 7H362:INTERNAL MEDICINE & DIVISIONS - NEPHROLO

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 42

Salary Range $17.76-28.43/hour

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education MS

Required License/Registration/Certification None

Physical Requirements Lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs. & sitting long periods of time.

Shift Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:30 pm

Job Summary

This position will lead and execute specialized bone histology and histomorphometry services spanning clinical bone biopsies (e.g., transiliac crest biopsies with/without tetracycline labeling) and preclinical animal studies (rodents and large animals as applicable).

The role includes processing, embedding, sectioning, staining, image acquisition, quantitative analysis, and reporting following established guidelines (e.g., standardized nomenclature and indices), and documenting results, quality assurance, and lab supervision. The position is central to clinical care pathways for patients with metabolic bone disease and to translational/experimental studies evaluating bone structure, formation, and resorption.

Expertise with micro computed tomography (micro CT) and other bone imaging modalities is highly desirable. 70% time will be sitting at a microscope. Lab experience is also highly desirable.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

• Histopath tech and microscope experience.
• 0-2 years research and/or laboratory experience.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 09/20/2026

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