STEPS Research Assistant

University of Kentucky; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

The STEPS Research Assistant role at University of Kentucky supports the Sanders-Brown Center on Aging in Lexington, KY. It is a part-time, temporary position with duties spanning administrative, research, and participant-support tasks.

Responsibilities include document management, data entry, scheduling, coordinating study visits, and telephone outreach to participants, with compensation ranging $20 to $25 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Maintain research and regulatory documents, records and files per study requirements.
• Provide admin and logistical support during participant visits.
• Prepare materials and mailings to participants and families.
• Participate in study team meetings and assist with follow-up activities.
• Provide data entry and data management support as needed.
• Conduct telephone outreach with participants per protocols.

Responsibilities

• Maintain research documents and records.
• Provide admin/logistical support during visits.
• Prepare and distribute study materials and mailings.
• Participate in meetings and assist with follow-ups.
• Data entry and data management support.
• Conduct participant outreach per study protocols.
• Perform other research‑related admin duties as assigned.

Skills

Computer literacy

Document management

Basic accounting

Scheduling

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High school or higher

Job description

Job Title STEPS Research Assistant

Requisition Number TE09559

Department Name 7H030:SANDERS-BROWN CTR ON AGING

Work Location Lexington, KY

Salary Range $20-$25 per hour based on experience

Type of Position Temporary

Position Time Status Part-Time

Required Education High school or greater

Required Related Experience n/a

Required License/Registration/Certification n/a

Physical Requirements May require long periods of sitting and/or standing; repetitive motion

Shift Monday – Friday, hours vary based on study visits.

Job Summary

The Research Assistant will provide administrative, research, and participant-support activities to assist with the successful implementation and management of research projects. Primary responsibilities include:

• Maintain research and regulatory documents, records, and files in accordance with study requirements and applicable policies and procedures.
• Provide administrative and logistical support to study staff during participant research visits.
• Prepare and distribute study-related materials and mailings to participants and their families.
• Participate in project and study team meetings and assist with follow-up activities as assigned.
• Provide data entry and data management support as needed, ensuring accuracy and completeness of study information.
• Conduct telephone outreach and communication with participants and their families as directed by study protocols and research staff.
• Perform other research-related administrative and support duties as assigned.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Computer & Software Literacy
• Document & Record Management
• Basic Accounting & Math
• Scheduling & Calendar Management
• Attention to Detail
• Teamwork
• Communication skills, both oral and written

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience College degree preferred

Deadline to Apply 11/12/2026

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