Student/Non-Work Study at University of Kentucky – Lexington, Kentucky

University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleStudent/Non-Work StudyRequisition NumberDU14266Department Name7H075: Center for Health Equity TransformationWork LocationLexington, KYSalary Range$20/hrType of PositionStudentPosition Time Status Part-TimeRequired EducationBachelor’s Degree – must be UK student to hold positionRequired Related ExperienceBasic biomedical research experience, literature review, research design, quantitative data analysis, peer-reviewed manuscript preparation and writing Required License/Registration/CertificationN/APhysical RequirementsSitting for long periods of time, repetitive motion ShiftM-F 8am – 5pm. Part time (20 hours/week). Job SummaryThis is a one-year, funded, part-time position designed to support a research team studying how social vulnerability and rural-urban contexts influence substance use among adult cancer survivors. Research areas relevant to this position include social epidemiology, cancer survivorship, substance use and addiction, and health disparities. The student in this role will work closely with faculty on this project as well as related, complementary research, all of which use an epidemiological, population-based, secondary data analysis approach. Primary responsibilities will include supporting research activities such as data analysis and interpretation of findings, and—importantly—leading and assisting in the development of scholarly products (e.g., presentations, abstracts, and peer-reviewed manuscripts). In addition, the student may have opportunities for professional development through networking, enrichment activities (e.g., speaker series and workshops), and exposure to grantsmanship.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesProfessional demeanor and conduct; strong attention to detail; conscientious and dependable work ethic; excellent oral and written communication skills; strong organizational and time-management skills; and ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceN/ADeadline to Apply02/05/2026Our 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.

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