Temporary Technician
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Mechanic/Technician
Posted on May 4, 2023
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Temporary Technician
Requisition Number
DU10722
Department Name
81080:ENTOMOLOGY
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$22.800 to $31,200 Annually
Type of Position
Temporary
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Required Education
BS
Required Related Experience
Entomological background desirable.
Required License/Registration/Certification
n/a
Physical Requirements
N/A
Shift
Flexible shifts that will vary by the lab you work in.
Job Summary
This position is located in Princeton, in Western Kentucky distant 3.5 hours from Lexington at the Research and Educational Center. The hired person will be responsible for collecting data and execution of field research and demonstration trials on a diversity of entomological studies in Soybeans, Corn and Hemp. Having an Entomological background desirable. Responsibilities also will include: to provide technical support in a series of diverse studies, take care of research plots, travel to different sites, and to keep with updates on data and picture files, monitoring pest populations, servicing insect traps, and conduct pesticide applications in replicate test plots.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Person with knowledge in entomology, or biological sciences, or a closely related field, good computer skills, knowledge and skills handling pesticide, experience on research desirable, insecticide replicate test and collecting data are desirable, good written and oral communication skills, and more than 5 years with a driver license.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
N/A
Deadline to Apply
05/25/2023
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
Temporary Technician
Requisition Number
DU10722
Department Name
81080:ENTOMOLOGY
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$22.800 to $31,200 Annually
Type of Position
Temporary
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Required Education
BS
Required Related Experience
Entomological background desirable.
Required License/Registration/Certification
n/a
Physical Requirements
N/A
Shift
Flexible shifts that will vary by the lab you work in.
Job Summary
This position is located in Princeton, in Western Kentucky distant 3.5 hours from Lexington at the Research and Educational Center. The hired person will be responsible for collecting data and execution of field research and demonstration trials on a diversity of entomological studies in Soybeans, Corn and Hemp. Having an Entomological background desirable. Responsibilities also will include: to provide technical support in a series of diverse studies, take care of research plots, travel to different sites, and to keep with updates on data and picture files, monitoring pest populations, servicing insect traps, and conduct pesticide applications in replicate test plots.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Person with knowledge in entomology, or biological sciences, or a closely related field, good computer skills, knowledge and skills handling pesticide, experience on research desirable, insecticide replicate test and collecting data are desirable, good written and oral communication skills, and more than 5 years with a driver license.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
N/A
Deadline to Apply
05/25/2023
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
- Cover Letter