Research Analyst - Military veterans preferred

2024-04-09
University of Kentucky
Other

/yr

  employee   contract


Lexington
Kentucky
40502
United States


University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job TitleResearch AnalystRequisition NumberRE44303Working TitleResearch ForesterDepartment Name81090:Forestry and Natural ResourcesWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level42Salary Range$17.24-27.59/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education

MS

Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Handling average weight objects up to 25 pounds, or standing/walking for long periods of time.
Shift
Monday-Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm.
Job Summary
The University of Kentucky Department of Forestry and Natural Resources (FNR) seeks a Research Analyst to support the research programs of faculty members in the areas of applied forest ecology including silviculture, forest management, and related disciplines. The primary duties of the incumbent will be to collect forest vegetation data for research, perform data analysis, and write technical and research documents. The position is a permanent 100% FTE employee supported by departmental resources.
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Master’s Degree and 1-2 years experience (preferred).
Deadline to Apply05/05/2024University 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.


Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
    • Social Media Ad (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn)
    • InsideHigherEd.com
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
    • HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
    • InsightIntoDiversity.com
    • Latinosinhighered.com
    • Indeed.com
    • Careerbuilder.com
    • A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
    • UK Job Fair
    • None of the Above
  2. * An American forester tallies 5 trees at a point with a 10-factor prism. How much basal area per acre does that represent?

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * What is the radius, in feet, of a 1/10th acre circular plot?

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. * Which of the following oak forests has the highest stocking: one at the A-line, one at the B-line, or one at the C-line?

    (Open Ended Question)


Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents








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