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University of Kentucky Administrative Research Assistant in Lexington, Kentucky


University of Kentucky


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


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Job TitleAdministrative Research AssistantRequisition NumberRE46804Working TitleMCCRN Administrative Research AssistantDepartment Name7H025:CANCER CENTER-CORE SUPPORTWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level41Salary Range$15.83-25.30/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationAA

Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience3 yrs

Required License/Registration/CertificationNone

Physical RequirementsRepetitive motion. Sitting for long periods of time. Occasional job related travel. Lifting objects up to 50lbs.

ShiftMonday Friday 8:00 am 5:00 pm (40 hrs/wk). Occasional work outside these days/hours.

Job SummaryAs Kentucky's only Comprehensive National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center, the UK Markey Cancer Center is equipped to deliver leading-edge cancer care and engage in groundbreaking research. The Markey Cancer Center is committed to reducing cancer mortality and the burden of disease through comprehensive programs and collaborations in cancer research, treatment and education.


Through the Markey Cancer Center Research Network, we bring access to important research studies into the communities we serve. The Markey Cancer Center Research Network (MCCRN) collaborates with healthcare facilities throughout Kentucky and surrounding Appalachia to provide access to research studies, disseminate evidence-based findings and research education. The MCCRN Administrative Research Assistant Principal will perform activities to support central network operations of multicenter research collaborations.


Position duties include Administrative Coordination, Data Coordination, Project Team Support, Regulatory Coordination, and Coordinating Center Operations. All duties contribute to network operations and services to MCCRN sites, UK, MCC faculty and staff.


This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule after successful completion of their orientation period and training.


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 and resume, and optionally a writing sample.


To view the University of Kentucky's exceptional benefits, please visit https://www.uky.edu/hr/benefits.


Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesMicrosoft Professional programs, including Access, Excel, Project, Planner, OneNote, Visio, research databases, HIPAA, HSP, web, data entry

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceAssociates degree plus 3 or more years of experience in administrative clinical research or related work.

Deadline to Apply08/29/2024University Community of InclusionThe University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.


As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.


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 check and/or drug screen.



Posting Specific Questions

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  1. University of Kentucky College of Medicine recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within UK College of Medicine, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of the UK College of Medicine values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.
  2. (Open Ended Question)
  3. * University of Kentucky College of Medicine seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK College of Medicine Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?
  • Yes.
  • No.
  1. * Please provide a brief description of a project that best represents your organizational skills.
  2. (Open Ended Question)
  3. * Please describe your greatest challenge in administrative research assistant work and your specific efforts to generate results in regards to this challenge.
  4. (Open Ended Question)
  5. * Please select the option that best describes your years of paid employment experience in an administrative research assistant or administrative assistant role.
  • None
  • More than 0, up through 1 year
  • More than 1 year, up through 2 years
  • More than 2 years up through 3 years
  • More than 3 years
  1. * Which of the following best describes your highest level experience using electronic data management systems?
  • Have no experience in electronic data entry.
  • Have performed data entry using Excel, Access, or other in-house developed systems.
  • Have worked with one or more commercial systems or applications in the capacity of data entry and generating reports.
  • Have worked with multiple clinical research study management or data systems in the capacity of data entry, generating

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



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