Student Researcher at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky

Job Description:

University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details Posting Details

Job Title	Student Researcher
Requisition Number	DU13232
Department Name	40546:Center for the Environment
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Salary Range	21.50 per hour
Type of Position	Student
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education	Master’s Degree or equivalent
Required Related Experience	none
Required License/Registration/Certification	none
Physical Requirements	Travel and carrying minor equipment such as a laptop.
Shift	Varies depending on travel status.
Job Summary	This person will conduct interviews with members of the Shoshone-Paiute Tribes of Duck Valley, NV regarding environmental hazards in their community and the potential health implications. They will also participate in qualitative analysis of interview transcripts. This will require air travel to Idaho/Nevada at least once during summer of 2025, but otherwise the position is located on UK’s campus at College of Public Health. Position will begin on 5/12/25 and end on 8/22/25.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	Good candidates will: —Have excellent communication skills —Be highly organized —Have knowledge of (required) or experience with (preferred) qualitative research methods.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience	Master’s Degree plus 1 year
Deadline to Apply	03/31/2025
Our University Community	We 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. 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 background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. Do you have any health research experience?
   • No
   • Yes
2. Describe your experience working with confidential information.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. How much experience do you have interviewing people?
   • None
   • More than 0 up thru 1 year
   • More than 1 year up thru 2 years
   • More than 2 years up thru 3 years
   • More than 3 years up thru 4 years
   • More than 4 years

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Curriculum Vita

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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Salary:

$21.00

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