FWS Fall 2024, Entomology Undergraduate Research Assistant at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky

Job Description:

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details

Job Title	FWS Fall 2024, Entomology Undergraduate Research Assistant
Requisition Number	DU12425
Department Name	1B531:Federal Work Study
Work Location	1100 S Limestone Lexington, KY 40546
Salary Range	$12.00 - $13.00
Type of Position	Student
Position Time Status	Part-Time
Required Education	High school diploma.
Required Related Experience	Able to use a stereomicroscope also known as a dissecting scope, be comfortable touching dead insect specimens, familiarity with plant maintenance, must possess a driver’s license and be comfortable with driving a university-owned pickup truck.
Required License/Registration/Certification	N/A
Physical Requirements	Be able to lift objects weighing approximately 20 lbs.
Shift	Weekdays (8 AM – 5 PM).
Job Summary	Assist graduate students with field-based entomology research, sort arthropods collected from field samples, enter data into excel, water research plants in greenhouse, general plant care for research trees and shrubs located at various locations within Lexington and UK North Farm. For more information, please contact: Caleb Wilson, Phone: (859) 257-7415, Email: c.wilson@uky.edu.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	Interest in Entomology, familiarity with microscope usage, and ability to use excel.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience	Coursework in Entomology or Ecology, experience working in a lab-based setting, familiarity with Microsoft office products. Entomology, Environmental Sciences, Biology, Wildlife Biology, or a related major preferred.
Deadline to Apply	10/15/2024
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. 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 check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Have you been awarded Federal Work Study?(If you are unsure, or you have not yet been awarded Federal Work Study, please contact the Student Financial Aid office at (859) 257-3172 and ask to speak with your counselor.)
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Please state your current 8-digit UKID number and LinkBlue ID

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * Kentucky state law requires anyone who works after 10:30 p.m. on school nights (Sunday - Thursday), and after 1:00 a.m. on non-school nights (Friday - Sunday), to be 18+ years of age. Are you over the age of 18 or will you be 18 before August 1st of the fall semester or January 1st for the spring term (or before employment)?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

PI250040216

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