Graduate Research Assistant

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title Graduate Research Assistant Requisition Number DU15205 Department Name 7H025:CANCER CENTER-CORE SUPPORT Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range 34,230-34,730 Type of Position Student Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education

BA/4years

Required Related Experience

N/A

Required License/Registration/Certification

N/A

Physical Requirements

Sitting at computer workstation for long periods of time.

Repetitive motion from typing.

Shift

20 hours per week (50% FTE - GRA Full-time)

Job Summary

The Patient-Oriented and Population Sciences Shared Resource (POP SR) at the University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center is seeking a Graduate Research Assistant (GRA) to support cancer-related research activities, with a strong emphasis on the dissemination of research findings. The ideal candidate will have experience with clinical and survey research methods and familiarity with relevant scientific literature, including quality of life, health behaviors, health services research, cancer survivorship, and behavioral and psychosocial interventions. Responsibilities will include conducting literature reviews, synthesizing research findings, and contributing to the development of scientific abstracts, conference posters and presentations, and peer-reviewed manuscripts. The GRA may also assist with data collection, participant recruitment and retention, and other research-related activities as needed. Experience with qualitative research methods, including thematic analysis, is preferred but not required. The GRA will work collaboratively with POP SR staff and investigators and receive supervision and mentorship from the POP SR Director, with opportunities to strengthen skills in scientific writing, research dissemination, and interdisciplinary cancer research.

This position is eligible for hybrid work arrangement.

IMPORTANT: Resumes and CVs cannot be substituted for a completed application. Incomplete applications could disqualify you from being considered for this position. If the information on your resume is not entered on the application, this will prevent us from being able to assess your education and experience when trying to determine a salary offer. To be considered you must fully complete the online application being sure to only put one (1) job title for each entry (multiple job titles for one employer must have separate entries), the # of hours worked per week and your ending salary. You will also be required to upload a cover letter, CV, academic transcript, and writing sample.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

This position requires strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to review and synthesize scientific literature and contribute to the development of research abstracts, conference presentations, posters, and peer-reviewed manuscripts. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is required. Familiarity with clinical and survey research methods, data collection, and research data management is expected. Experience with qualitative research methods and analysis software (e.g., NVivo), as well as survey and database management platforms (e.g., REDCap, Qualtrics), is preferred. Knowledge of cancer prevention and control, cancer survivorship, and behavioral or psychosocial research is beneficial. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and the capacity to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research team.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience

Master's degree or 2 years related experience

Deadline to Apply 12/07/2026 Our University Community

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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.

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vita
• Cover Letter
• Writing Sample
• Academic Transcript

Optional Documents