Student/Non-Work Study-Innovation Center

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky Innovation Center in Lexington, KY is seeking a Part-Time Student Lab Assistant for the College of Engineering. You will monitor safe use of lab equipment by students and faculty and assist with demonstrations and setup.

Strong communication skills and a minimum 3.0 GPA are expected. Duties include documenting usage, maintaining lab equipment, and guiding users through tools such as 3D printers, laser cutter, CNC machines and hand tools.

Qualifications

• Maintain a 3.0 GPA or better while employed in the lab.

Responsibilities

• Monitor safe student and faculty use of equipment.
• Demonstrate and walk students and faculty through the use of equipment.
• Keep record of student and faculty use of equipment and materials.
• Develop and maintain equipment in the Lab.
• Demonstrate competence in the safe use of equipment: 3D modeling software, FDM printers, laser cutter, soldering irons, band saw, drill press, scroll saw, CNC machine, jig saw, hand drills.

Skills

Strong communication

Tools

3D Modeling Software

FDM 3D Printers

Laser Cutter

Soldering Irons

Band Saw

Drill Press

Scroll Saw

CNC Machine

Jig Saw

Hand Drills

Job description

Requisition Number

Requisition Number DU15187

Department Name

Department Name 8H000:College of Engineering

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Salary Range

$12.00

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

Sitting or standing for long periods or time.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Job Summary

Monitor safe student and faculty use of equipment
Demonstrate strong communication skills with students and faculty
Demonstrate and walk students and faculty through the use of equipment
Keep record of student and faculty use of equipment and materials
Develop and maintain equipment in the Lab
Demonstrate competence in the safe use of the following equipment:
o 3D Modeling Software
o FDM 3D Printers
o Laser Cutter
o Soldering Irons
o Band Saw
o Drill Press
o Scroll Saw
o CNC Machine
o Jig Saw
o Hand Drills
o Additional equipment in the lab
Resume and available hours for Spring 27 Semester required attachments.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Maintain strong academic standing while employed in the lab 3.0 or better.

Deadline to Apply 04/17/2027

Our University Community

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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.

Posting Specific Questions

• What equipment have you worked with? (3D Printers, PCB Mill, Laser Cuter, etc)

  (Open Ended Question)

• What engineering organizations are you involved in on campus?

  (Open Ended Question)

• How will adding this commitment in the lab help you improve your GPA or your career outlook?

  (Open Ended Question)

• Discuss your hand tool (saws, drills, etc) experience

  (Open Ended Question)

• Can you discuss a time that you have spoken in public?

  (Open Ended Question)

• What is the favorite thing you have ever made?

  (Open Ended Question)

• Why do you want to work in the Innovation Center?

  (Open Ended Question)

• The Innovation Center is open Monday - Friday 9 am to 9 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm. Of these hours, please list your availability to work

  (Open Ended Question)