What are the responsibilities and job description for the STEPS Clinical Research Assistant position at Inside Higher Ed?
Job Title
STEPS Clinical Research Assistant
Requisition Number
TE09322
Department Name
7H150:BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$21/hour
Type Of Position
Temporary
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Physical Requirements
Occasional Lifting or pulling up to 40 lbs., sitting for long periods of time, some standing or walking and repetitive motion
Shift
8-5 Monday – Friday
Job Summary
Busy Clinical Research operation is looking for a professional and responsible Clinical Research Assistant who will assist in performing all aspects of the research process using Good Clinical Practices. Job responsibilities include telephone screening, data entry, conducting subject interviews, conducting daily research sessions, assisting in the coordination of research studies, recruitment of research subjects, and assisting with the analysis of data for scientific publication. Additional duties include assisting with various tasks for the daily research operation as needed.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Must be professional with good oral and written communication skills, detail-oriented, teamwork-oriented, excellent work ethic, and dependable.
Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field required.
Experience in working with drug abuse and addiction desired.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Deadline To Apply
06/16/2026
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.
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.
STEPS Clinical Research Assistant
Requisition Number
TE09322
Department Name
7H150:BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$21/hour
Type Of Position
Temporary
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Physical Requirements
Occasional Lifting or pulling up to 40 lbs., sitting for long periods of time, some standing or walking and repetitive motion
Shift
8-5 Monday – Friday
Job Summary
Busy Clinical Research operation is looking for a professional and responsible Clinical Research Assistant who will assist in performing all aspects of the research process using Good Clinical Practices. Job responsibilities include telephone screening, data entry, conducting subject interviews, conducting daily research sessions, assisting in the coordination of research studies, recruitment of research subjects, and assisting with the analysis of data for scientific publication. Additional duties include assisting with various tasks for the daily research operation as needed.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Must be professional with good oral and written communication skills, detail-oriented, teamwork-oriented, excellent work ethic, and dependable.
Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field required.
Experience in working with drug abuse and addiction desired.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Deadline To Apply
06/16/2026
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.
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.
Salary : $21