Research Analyst (University of Kentucky)

Job Title	Research Analyst
Requisition Number	RE35682
Working Title
Department Name	7P170:Dept of Epidemiology & Environ Health
Work Location	Morehead, KY
Grade Level	42
Salary Range	$17.07-27.31/hour
Type of Position	Staff
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education	MS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:	http://www.uky.edu/hr/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience	No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification	None
Physical Requirements	Travel between clinic sites and UK Campus, sitting for extended periods of time, some possible lifting less than 25 pounds
Shift	Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Primarily days with additional hours, including some on weekends, if needed.
Job Summary	For this project, we are seeking to hire a full-time research staff member that will be primarily based in Morehead, Kentucky. The project involves conducting research surveys and interviews with people who use drugs and other key members of the community, as well as building relationships with community stakeholders. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) conducting outreach to recruit participants, screening people for eligibility, scheduling and conducting in-person and phone-based interviews and focus groups with individuals who use drugs and other community members, conducting rapid HIV and hepatitis C testing (oral or finger stick) after becoming trained and state certified, convening and engaging an advisory board to guide the project, and assisting with the implementation of harm reduction activities. The goal of these efforts is to better understand substance use and related harms in rural Kentucky and to inform programs and interventions to reduce those harms. The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID-19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	MS Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Adobe PDF, written and oral communication, collaborative attitude, professionalism, dependability, flexible, detail-oriented, organization
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience	Bachelor’s and 2 years experience
Deadline to Apply	08/28/2022
University Community of Inclusion	The 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 backgrounds, 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 background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

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* How many years of professional experience do you have working within rural communities?
- More than 0 years up through 1 year
- More than 1 year up through 3 years
- More than 3 years up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
* How many years of professional experience do you have working with clients, patients, or participants who use drugs?
- More than 0 years up through 1 year
- More than 1 year up through 3 years
- More than 3 years up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
* This position is located in Morehead, KY. Are you able to travel to or live near Morehead, KY for work?
- Yes
- No
* Please describe an example of your professional experience collecting information from clients, patients, or research participants in a one on one setting.(Open Ended Question)
* In your own words, how would you describe the purpose and impact of harm reduction programs for people who use drugs?(Open Ended Question)
* The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID-19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted. I understand that I will be obligated to comply with the COVID-19 vaccination or exemption requirement prior to starting employment at the University of Kentucky.
- Yes
- No
* Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK’s online employment system?
- InsideHigherEd.com
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- Indeed.com
- Careerbuilder.com
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- UK Job Fair
- None of the Above