FWS Fall 2026, Forestry and Natural Resources Research Data Assistant

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking an Undergraduate Research Data Assistant to support forestry and natural resources research by entering, organizing, and managing data collected from field work. Duties include data entry, spreadsheet organization, basic data cleaning and quality control.

Experience with Microsoft Excel and data management is preferred; training will be provided. The position is part-time, 5–20 hours per week with flexible scheduling, through Fall 2026 and possibly into 2027.

Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Excel and spreadsheet/data management is preferred but not required, and training will be provided.
• Forestry or NRES majors preferred.
• Some college education required.

Responsibilities

• Data entry, spreadsheet organization, basic data cleaning and quality control, and reviewing datasets for accuracy and completeness.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Data Management

Education

Some college

Job description

University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details

• Job Title – FWS Fall 2026, Forestry and Natural Resources Research Data Assistant
• Requisition Number – DU15022
• Department Name – 1B531:Federal Work Study
• Work Location – 204 TP Cooper Building Lexington, KY 40546
• Salary Range – $13.00 - $16.00
• Type of Position – Student
• Position Time Status – Part-Time
• Required Education – Some college.
• Required Related Experience – N/A
• Required License/Registration/Certification – N/A
• Physical Requirements – N/A
• Shift – Weekdays between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Deadline to Apply – 09/04/2026

Job Summary – The Undergraduate Research Data Assistant will support ongoing forestry and natural resources research projects by entering, organizing, and managing data collected from field research. Responsibilities will include data entry, spreadsheet organization, basic data cleaning and quality control, and reviewing datasets for accuracy and completeness. Experience with Microsoft Excel and spreadsheet/data management is preferred but not required, and training will be provided. The position is approximately 5–20 hours per week with flexible scheduling and the potential to continue into 2027.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities – Microsoft Excel and Data Management experience.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? – No

Preferred Education/Experience – Forestry or NRES majors preferred.

Our 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.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

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.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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