FWS Summer 2025, Earth & Environmental Sciences Laboratory Assistant - Military veterans preferred

2025-05-03
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 Summer 2025, Earth & Environmental Sciences Laboratory AssistantRequisition NumberDU13239Department Name1B531:Federal Work StudyWork Location121 Washington Ave Lexington, KY 40506Salary Range$12.00 - $15.00Type of PositionStudentPosition Time Status Part-TimeRequired Education
N/A
Required Related Experience
N/A
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Physical Requirements
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Shift
Weekdays (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM).
Job Summary
The lab assistant prepares samples for isotope analysis. this includes freeze drying, grinding, acidifying and massing of natural sample material using a microbalace. Other duties include cleanliness and upkeep of the lab.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Attention to detail.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Geology, Chemistry, Biology, or other science majors preferred.
Deadline to Apply07/31/2025Our 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.

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  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

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