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Data Research Analyst

🇺🇸 Lexington, KY

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $52K - $86K

💻 Research

🗓️ November 10th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Kentucky is hiring a Data Research Analyst. This role supports academic research in the Department of Surgery by managing and analyzing data, producing visualizations and reports, and participating in clinical research activities including data warehouse requests and manuscript writing.

Highlights
  • Supports academic research through data collection, management, and analysis.
  • Creates visualizations and reports for decision-making.
  • Engages in clinical research activities such as data warehouse requests, data processing, analysis, and abstract manuscript writing.
  • Requires strong skills in data analysis software such as R, SAS, and SPSS.
  • Salary range: $52,021-85,800 per year.
  • Full-time staff position within the Surgery-Research department.
  • Requires a BS degree and five years of related experience; a Master’s degree is preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills needed.
  • No supervisory responsibilities.
  • Shift: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm.

Data Research Analyst Full Description

Data Research Analyst
 Posting Details 
Job Title  | Data Research Analyst
Requisition Number  | RE52238
Working Title  |
Department Name  | 7H85R:SURGERY-RESEARCH
Work Location  | Lexington, KY
Grade Level  | 46
Salary Range  | $52,021-85,800/year
Type of Position  | Staff
Position Time Status  | Full-Time
Required Education  | BS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:  | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience  | 5 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification  | None
Physical Requirements  | Lifting, pushing or pulling less thatn 25 lbs. Long period sif sittng/standing, repetive motion
Shift  | Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm.

Job Summary  | This position within the Department of Surgery, Division of Research, will be responsible for supporting academic research through data collection, management, and analysis, and creating visualizations and reports for decision-making. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to engage in clinical research activities across a broad spectrum, including data warehouse requests, data processing and analysis, and abstract manuscript writing.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities  | Strong interest in pursuing a career in surgical research. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Familiarity with data analysis software (e.g. R, SAS, SPSS) and statistical methods. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment. Prior experience in clinical research, abstract and manuscript writing, and data analysis is preferred, but not required.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?  | No
Preferred Education/Experience  | Master’s degree preferred
Deadline to Apply  | 11/16/2025

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.

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
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  1. * If selected, do you agree to abide by the College of Medicine values of innovation, respect, compassion and teamwork? 
    • yes
    • No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
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