Entomology undergraduate research assistant

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Job Title Entomology undergraduate research assistant
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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