FWS Summer 2025, Earth & Environmental Sciences Laboratory 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 Summer 2025, Earth & Environmental Sciences Laboratory Assistant
Requisition Number	DU13239
Department Name	1B531:Federal Work Study
Work Location	121 Washington Ave Lexington, KY 40506
Salary Range	$12.00 - $15.00
Type of Position	Student
Position Time Status	Part-Time
Required Education	N/A
Required Related Experience	N/A
Required License/Registration/Certification	N/A
Physical Requirements	N/A
Shift	Weekdays (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM).
Job Summary	The lab assistant prepares samples for isotope analysis. this includes freeze drying, grinding, acidifying and massing of natural sample material using a microbalace. Other duties include cleanliness and upkeep of the lab.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	Attention to detail.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience	Geology, Chemistry, Biology, or other science majors preferred.
Deadline to Apply	07/31/2025
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. 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

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

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Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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Salary:

$12.00

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