STEPS Research Program Manager at University of Kentucky

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University of Kentucky is hiring a STEPS Research Program Manager. The role involves managing daily biobank operations, supervising staff, developing workflows and SOPs, maintaining lab space, ensuring proper biospecimen handling, fostering collaborations across the university, ensuring compliance with IRB and regulatory protocols, and supporting neuroscience research involving the NeuroBank.

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Manage daily activities of the NeuroBank biobank.
Supervise and coordinate staff members.
Develop and modify workflows and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Maintain and oversee laboratory space and operations.
Ensure biospecimens are collected, processed, and stored according to best practices.
Establish partnerships across University of Kentucky to facilitate specimen identification and collection.
Ensure compliance with IRB and regulatory protocols and assist with modifications and quality improvements.
Obtain informed consent and interact with potential participants.
Provide research support related to neuroscience researchers using the NeuroBank.
Compensation: $20-30 per hour, based on experience; temporary, full-time position.
Physical requirements include lab benchtop work, sitting, and lifting objects up to 25 lbs.
Required skills: attention to detail, interpersonal skills, knowledge of IRB requirements, UKHC EMRs and databases, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and Research CFRs compliance.

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Job Title	STEPS Research Program Manager
Requisition Number	TE09580
Department Name	7H852:NEUROLOGY
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Salary Range	$20-30/hour, based on experience
Type of Position	Temporary
Position Time Status	Full-Time
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Physical Requirements	Performing lab benchtop work in a standing position; performing work in a sedentary position; lifting/moving of average weight objects (up to 25lbs.)
Shift	Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Job Summary	UK’s NeuroBank, housed within the Neuroscience Research Priority Area, is seeking a Research Program Manager. The NeuroBank collects a variety of biospecimens from subjects being evaluated and treated for neurologic conditions at the UK’s Albert B. Chandler Hospital and the Kentucky Neuroscience Institute, partnering with multiple clinical groups to procure and store samples for both internal and external research. Since starting in early 2020, NeuroBank has collected over 1,300 samples (over 22,500 aliquots) from more than 1000 participants. More information can be found at: https://www.research.uky.edu/neuroscience-research-priority-area/neurobank Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: Daily biobank activities Supervising and coordinating staff Developing and modifying workflows and SOPS Maintaining and overseeing the lab space Ensuring biospecimens are collected, processed, and stored according to best practices Establishing collaborations and partnerships throughout UK to facilitate specimen identification and collection Ensuring the NeuroBank’s compliance with IRB and regulatory protocols, including assisting with related modifications, and implementing quality improvement measures as needed Consenting and interaction with potential participants This position will also work with neuroscience researchers utilizing the NeuroBank; providing support for all elements of research that involve the NeuroBank. This position is contingent on funding.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	Attention to detail, interpersonal skills, knowledge of and vigilance in applying IRB requirements for informed consent, knowledge and facility with UKHC EMRs and other tracking databases. Knowledge of GCP and Research CFRs.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply	11/30/2026
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.

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STEPS Research Program Manager

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