STEPS Clinical Research Assistant

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky in Lexington is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant to support all phases of the research process in a busy clinical setting. You will help with telephone screening, data entry, subject interviews and daily research sessions, coordinate studies and recruit participants, and assist with data analysis for scientific publications.

Strong communication, organizational skills and teamwork are essential to succeed in this role, which operates Monday through Friday, 8–5.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field required.
• Experience in working with drug abuse and addiction desired.

Responsibilities

• Telephone screening and data entry.
• Conducting subject interviews.
• Conduct daily research sessions.
• Assist in coordinating research studies.
• Recruitment of research subjects.
• Assist with data analysis for scientific publication.
• Assist with daily research operation tasks as needed.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Work ethic

Dependable

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Job description

Required License/Registration/Certification

Physical Requirements

Occasional Lifting or pulling up to 40 lbs., sitting for long periods of time, some standing or walking and repetitive motion

Shift

8-5 Monday – Friday

Job Summary

Busy Clinical Research operation is looking for a professional and responsible Clinical Research Assistant who will assist in performing all aspects of the research process using Good Clinical Practices. Job responsibilities include telephone screening, data entry, conducting subject interviews, conducting daily research sessions, assisting in the coordination of research studies, recruitment of research subjects, and assisting with the analysis of data for scientific publication. Additional duties include assisting with various tasks for the daily research operation as needed.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Must be professional with good oral and written communication skills, detail-oriented, teamwork-oriented, excellent work ethic, and dependable.

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field required.

Experience in working with drug abuse and addiction desired.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 10/09/2026

Our University Community

We 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.

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