FWS Spring 2025, Biology Animal Technician - Military veterans preferred

2025-04-30
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 TitleFWS Spring 2025, Biology Animal TechnicianRequisition NumberDU12974Department Name1B531:Federal Work StudyWork Location195 Huguelet Dr Lexington, KY 40506Salary Range$12.00 - $15.00Type of PositionStudentPosition Time Status Part-TimeRequired Education
N/A
Required Related Experience
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Required License/Registration/Certification
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Physical Requirements
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Shift
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday: 2-3 hours per day between the hours of 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Weekends: 3 hours total across Saturday and Sunday between the hours of 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Job Summary
Responsibilities:
• Provide care and maintenance for axolotls, including feeding, water quality monitoring, and cleaning tanks.
• Assist in monitoring animal health and behavior, including reporting any concerns to the lab coordinator.
• Maintain accurate records of animal care activities and observations.
• Follow all laboratory protocols to ensure a clean, safe, and ethical working environment.
• Assist lab coordinator with lab maintenance



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and follow protocols precisely. An interest in animal research and care.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Prior experience with animal care is preferred, but not required.
Deadline to Apply05/09/2025Our 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.

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 (*).

  1. * 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
  2. * Please state your current 8-digit UKID number and LinkBlue ID

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * 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
  1. Resume
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