Research Analyst Principal

The University of Kentucky seeks a full-time Research Analyst Principal for the Rhizosphere Science Lab in Lexington, KY. The role involves conducting research, analyzing data, and preparing manuscripts. Responsibilities include managing lab inventory, supervising students, and supporting senior researchers. Candidates need an MS degree and two years of related experience. The position offers a salary range of $21.06-33.69/hour and is part of a supportive and inclusive work environment.
Job Title:

Research Analyst Principal
Requisition Number:

RE50386
Department Name:

81060:PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCES
Work Location:

Lexington, KY
Grade Level:

44
Salary Range:

$21.06-33.69/hour
Type of Position:

Staff
Position Time Status :

Full-Time
Required Education:

MS

Click here for more information about equivalencies::

https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience:

2 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification:

None.
Physical Requirements:

Lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs., and sitting for long periods of time.
Shift:

Monday-Friday; 8:00 am-5:00 pm (40 hours/week).
Job Summary:

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment department of Plant & Soil Sciences seeks an organized individual with good communication and technical skills to fill the Research Analyst Principal role for the Rhizosphere Science Lab. The Research Analyst Principal is a key member of the team Rhizo lab independently carrying out research projects, analyzing experimental results, interpreting data, and preparation of research papers and manuscripts. Additional duties include purchasing, organizing laboratory inventory, maintaining laboratory equipment, supervising undergraduate and graduate students and assisting senior graduate and postdoctoral candidates with research projects in support of the overall Rhizo lab research mission which aims to unravel the inherent complexity of the rhizosphere to help solve some of the most critical problems facing the World today (climate change, food security, ecosystem integrity).

For additional information on the Plant & Soil Sciences department please Click Here. The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is an inclusive and welcoming workplace that offers a variety of employee enhancement initiatives, such as a formal mentoring program and a staff professional development fund. To find out more about M-G CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky, Click Here.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:

MS Office Programs; Experience with HPLC, FTIR, XAFS; and prior lab or lab management experience.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :

Yes
Deadline to Apply:

06/26/2025
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