Student Position - Plant and Soil Sciences
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 23, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Student Position - Plant and Soil Sciences
Requisition Number
DU11762
Department Name
81060:PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCES
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$10.75-$12.00
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
As required by supervisor.
Shift
During the Summer: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (40 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: up to 20 hrs/week
Job Summary
The student will assist with research testing the effects of soil and crop management practices on root growth, cover crop growth, and soil carbon and nitrogen dynamics. Work will be conducted in the laboratory and in the field. To learn more about the Poffenbarger Lab, please click on https://www.poffenbargerlab.com/ to find out more.
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 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.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
Student Position - Plant and Soil Sciences
Requisition Number
DU11762
Department Name
81060:PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCES
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$10.75-$12.00
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
As required by supervisor.
Shift
During the Summer: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (40 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: up to 20 hrs/week
Job Summary
The student will assist with research testing the effects of soil and crop management practices on root growth, cover crop growth, and soil carbon and nitrogen dynamics. Work will be conducted in the laboratory and in the field. To learn more about the Poffenbarger Lab, please click on https://www.poffenbargerlab.com/ to find out more.
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 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.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
- Resume
