FWS Summer 2025, Earth & Environmental Sciences Laboratory Assistant

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky seeks a part-time Laboratory Assistant for the Earth & Environmental Sciences department for Summer 2025. Responsibilities include preparing samples for analysis and ensuring a clean lab environment. Ideal candidates are students in relevant science majors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for isotope analysis, including freeze drying and grinding.
• Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of the lab.

Skills

Attention to detail

Education

Geology, Chemistry, Biology, or other science majors

Job description

Job Title:

FWS Summer 2025, Earth & Environmental Sciences Laboratory Assistant

Requisition Number:

DU13239

Department Name:

1B531:Federal Work Study

Work Location:

121 Washington Ave Lexington, KY 40506

Salary Range:

$12.00 - $15.00

Type of Position:

Student

Position Time Status :

Part-Time

Required Education:

N/A

Required Related Experience:

N/A

Required License/Registration/Certification:

N/A

Physical Requirements:

N/A

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? :

No

Preferred Education/Experience:

Geology, Chemistry, Biology, or other science majors preferred.

Deadline to Apply:

07/31/2025

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.

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.