University of KentuckyEqual Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleStudent Position - Plant and Soil SciencesRequisition NumberDU11808Department Name81060:PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCESWork LocationLexington, KYSalary Range$12.00Type of PositionStudentPosition Time Status Part-TimeRequired EducationAs required by supervisor.Required Related ExperienceAs required by supervisor.Required License/Registration/CertificationAs required by supervisor.Physical RequirementsAs required by supervisor.ShiftPreferred student interested in year round employment.During the Summer: Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (37.50 hrs/wk). During the crop growing season different hours, either earlier start times or later end times, may be necessary to complete research activities.During the semester: 10-15hrs/weekJob SummaryLab maintenance, plant tissue culture (prepare media, learn sterile technique), molecular biology work (isolate DNA and RNA, perform polymerase chain reaction experiments, gel electrophoresis) within the Hunt Lab in Plant and Soil Sciences.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesThis 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? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to Apply08/01/2024University Community of InclusionThe 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.Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Applicant DocumentsRequired DocumentsOptional Documents1. Resume Apply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/znEjR6hdDe74JUANBFbbrKPI240130120