Clinical Research Assistant at University of Kentucky – Lexington, Kentucky

University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleClinical Research AssistantRequisition NumberRE52769Working TitleClinical Research Assistant - Turfland Research ClinicDepartment Name7H030:SANDERS-BROWN CTR ON AGINGWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level42Salary Range$17.41-27.87/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationASClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related ExperienceNo experience required.Required License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsLight lifting of files and packages <10lbs infrequently, Sitting for prolonged periods of time.ShiftMonday through Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm.Job SummaryClinical Research Assistant position will be a key member of the medical team.

This position will be responsible for daily blood collections and lab processing which will require careful attention to detail to ensure a high standard of proper lab techniques and sample processing. This position will work closely with the team leader and other medical team members to provide service to clinic participants and other staff members. Dependability and maintaining high work standards ae critical.

Because this is an Alzheimer’s disease and aging clinic, the applicant should have good communication skills and a willingness to work with cognitively impaired individuals.

An unrestricted driver’s license is preferred but not required for participant transport.
Phlebotomy skills are highly desired.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesPhlebotomy and valid drivers license preferred.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experiencephlebotomy training highly desiredDeadline to Apply01/22/2026Our University CommunityWe 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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a current phlebotomy certification?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * How many years of paid work experience do you have in phlebotomy?
   • None
   • More than 0, through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
3. * How many years of experience do you have with processing biological samples?
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
4. * Please indicate your amount of paid employment experience working with a geriatric population.
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
5. * Do you have a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), State Registered Nursing Assistant (SRNA), and/or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Curriculum Vita
2. Cover Letter