University of Kentucky
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Job Title | Entomology undergraduate research assistant |
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Requisition Number | DU11832 |
Department Name | 81080:ENTOMOLOGY |
Work Location | Lexington, KY |
Salary Range | $13.00/hour |
Type of Position | Student |
Position Time Status | Full-Time |
Required Education | N/A |
Required Related Experience | N/A |
Required License/Registration/Certification | Must have drivers license and attain approval to drive a university vehicle. |
Physical Requirements | Must be able to work outside in hot weather and carry objects of 20 lbs. or less. |
Shift | Will work with student schedule. |
Job Summary | Using a dissecting scope to process insect field samples Water planted experimental shrubs around Lexington. Assist graduate students with field-based data collection Assist with lab inventory and lab organization. Record scale insect parasitism data from landscape trees. Enter and organize research data . Use tools like a pole pruner or hand pruner as necessary to collect insect data from shrubs and trees. Use a sewing machine to create mesh bags for collecting data Use a lawnmower to maintain research plots. |
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | No specific skills are required, but applicants should be comfortable working with insect samples. |
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
Preferred Education/Experience | Interest or experience in entomology, field ecology, or a related field. Prior experience using a binocular microscope is desired. Familiarity with power tools is desired. |
Deadline to Apply | 03/22/2024 |
University Community of Inclusion | The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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. |
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