Hands-On Soil Lab Assistant - Part-Time, Flexible Schedule

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking a dependable, motivated Student Assistant to support the Agricultural, Computational, and Environmental Lab (ACE) in Plant and Soil Sciences. You will assist in laboratory and research-support activities, working closely with a PhD student and faculty lead, gaining hands-on experience from sample collection through publication.

No prior research experience is required, and training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn new skills and follow detailed protocols
• Output-oriented
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Reliability and attention to detail
• Undergraduate chemistry laboratory experience
• Coursework in soil science, agriculture, environmental science, chemistry, or a related field
• Valid driver's license

Responsibilities

• Laboratory support: Assist a PhD student with sample preparation, processing, and analysis, following established protocols and lab safety procedures
• Sample and lab organization: Label, catalog, and store samples; keep inventory of supplies; maintain a clean, organized lab space
• Data management: Enter, organize, and quality-check research data and keep records accurate
• Publication support: Help prepare research papers and book materials (e.g., formatting, managing references, preparing figures and tables)
• Vehicle upkeep: Help with routine care of lab vehicles (e.g., cleaning, scheduling service, tracking maintenance)
• Team support: Assist other lab members with research activities as needed
• Michellaneous: Assist to move to a new building: preparing, packing, and transporting equipment and samples…etc

Skills

Willingness to learn

Output-oriented

Teamwork

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Student pursuing a degree at UK

Tools

Excel

Job description

University of Kentucky is seeking a dependable, motivated Student Assistant to support the Agricultural, Computational, and Environmental Lab (ACE) in Plant and Soil Sciences. You will assist in laboratory and research-support activities, working closely with a PhD student and faculty lead, gaining hands-on experience from sample collection through publication.

No prior research experience is required, and training will be provided.