Lead Student Researcher - Hydroponics & Molecular Biology

University of Pikeville; Pikeville (KY); On-site; USD 35,818,000 - 44,083,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pikeville invites applications for an NSF Senior Researcher in the Biology department. The role supports faculty-led research in hydroponics, mycology, and molecular biology, supervising a small team of associate students while advancing project goals through hands-on lab work, analysis, and dissemination.

The position emphasizes leadership, teamwork, and professional development, with flexible schedule considerations and opportunities to contribute to published research.

Qualifications

• Must be a current UPIKE student in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day research activities such as cleaning the lab, autoclave operation, sterile benchtop work, and hydroponic maintenance.
• Oversee other associate student researchers in their day-to-day tasks.
• Maintain hydroponic plants and prepare roots for testing.
• Assist with literature reviews for related topics.
• Prepare research documents and papers and guide associates during the process.
• Perform lab techniques such as PCR and DNA analysis.
• Present findings in oral and/or written form.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Professionalism

Career & Self-Development

Critical Thinking

Leadership

Technology

Public Speaking

Education

Current UPIKE student

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

University of Pikeville invites applications for an NSF Senior Researcher in the Biology department. The role supports faculty-led research in hydroponics, mycology, and molecular biology, supervising a small team of associate students while advancing project goals through hands-on lab work, analysis, and dissemination.

The position emphasizes leadership, teamwork, and professional development, with flexible schedule considerations and opportunities to contribute to published research.