Student Position - Plant and Soil Sciences at University of Kentucky

Posted in Other 13 days ago.

Location: Lexington, Kentucky





Job Description:

University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details Posting Details

Job Title Student Position - Plant and Soil Sciences
Requisition Number DU11768
Department Name 81060:PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCES
Work Location Lexington, KY
Salary Range $10.00-$11.00
Type of Position Student
Position Time Status Part-Time
Required Education As required by supervisor.
Required Related Experience As required by supervisor.
Required License/Registration/Certification As required by supervisor.
Physical Requirements Willingness to work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions. Some travel may be required.

Shift Monday-Friday 8am-5pm approx. May 2024-August 2024
Job Summary Student will assist in field based research and education programs on road side vegetation management. This includes management of invasive plant species as well as promotion of pollinator habitat. Responsibilities include assisting in establishment of field plots, data collection and evaluation, maintaining ongoing trials, and assisting with education programs, such as field days. Student may also gain experience in other weed science research programs. Student will receive hands on experience in vegetation management, weed science, and research methods. Good experiential learning opportunity (can be for credit).Dr. Joe Omielan
Department of Plant and Soil SciencesTurf Research Center (Spindletop Farm)joe.omielan@uky.edu
859-967-6205
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities This is a temporary position with Plant and Soil Sciences. The position will be under the supervision of a department faculty or staff member to perform lab or field research as directed by supervisor or Graduate Research Assistant.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply 08/01/2024
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 - 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 check and/or drug screen.



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