University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, United States
(on-site)
Posted
1 day ago
Job Function
Other
Description
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job Title | FWS Spring 2026, Entomology Research Assistant |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | DU14412 |
| Department Name | 1B531:Federal Work Study |
| Work Location | 1100 S Limestone Lexington, KY 40546 |
| Salary Range | $15.00 |
| Type of Position | Student |
| Position Time Status | Part-Time |
| Required Education | High school diploma and current UK undergraduate. |
| Required Related Experience | Experience with a lab or field-based coursework. |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | N/A |
| Physical Requirements | Able to work outside in hot weather and ability to use shovels and soil probes and carry objects of 30-40 lbs. |
| Shift | Weekdays between 8:00 am 5:00 pm. Flexible scheduling during the weekdays. |
| Job Summary | Process insect samples in the lab using microscope and record data on target insect species from samples, assist grad students with field work to collect insect and plant data in urban trees and golf courses, maintain greenhouse plants, clean and organize lab space, drive to field sites to collect soil samples for later processing and data recording, enter data into excel. This is a spring 2026 position, that may extend into summer 2026 based on performance and availability. Anticipated schedule is 10-15 hours per week and scheduling is flexible based on student schedule. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Ability to drive a field truck and the ability to use a microscope. |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | Experience working in a research lab. Entomology, agriculture, environmental sciences, biology, or related major preferred. |
| Deadline to Apply | 03/11/2026 |
| 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. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. 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 (*).
- * 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
- * Please state your current 8-digit UKID number and LinkBlue ID
(Open Ended Question)
- * 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
- Resume
- Cover Letter
PI282821293
Job ID: 82798713