FWS Spring 2026, Entomology Research Assistant

Job Title
FWS Spring 2026, Entomology Research Assistant

Requisition Number
DU14412

Department Name
1B531:Federal Work Study

Work Location
1100 S Limestone Lexington, KY 40546

Salary Range
$15.00

Type of Position
Student

Position Time Status
Part-Time

Required Education

High school diploma and current UK undergraduate.

Required Related Experience

Experience with a lab or field-based coursework.

Required License/Registration/Certification

N/A

Physical Requirements

Able to work outside in hot weather and ability to use shovels and soil probes and carry objects of 30-40 lbs.

Shift

Weekdays between 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Flexible scheduling during the weekdays.

Job Summary

Process insect samples in the lab using microscope and record data on target insect species from samples, assist grad students with field work to collect insect and plant data in urban trees and golf courses, maintain greenhouse plants, clean and organize lab space, drive to field sites to collect soil samples for later processing and data recording, enter data into excel. This is a spring 2026 position, that may extend into summer 2026 based on performance and availability. Anticipated schedule is 10-15 hours per week and scheduling is flexible based on student schedule.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Ability to drive a field truck and the ability to use a microscope.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Experience working in a research lab. Entomology, agriculture, environmental sciences, biology, or related major preferred.

Deadline to Apply
03/11/2026

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