Student Worker- Vegetation Management

Job Title
Student Worker- Vegetation Management

Requisition Number
DU14395

Department Name
81060:PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCES

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Salary Range
Varies

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

Willingness to work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions. Some travel may be required.

Shift

Will be discussed with supervisor.

Job Summary

Student will assist in field based research and education programs on road side vegetation management. This includes management of invasive plant species as well as promotion of pollinator habitat. Responsibilities include assisting in establishment of field plots, data collection and evaluation, maintaining ongoing trials, and assisting with education programs, such as field days. Student may also gain experience in other weed science research programs. Student will receive hands on experience in vegetation management, weed science, and research methods. Competitive hourly pay. Good experiential learning opportunity (can be for credit).

Contact: Dr. Joe Omielan Department of Plant and Soil Sciences Turf Research Center (Spindletop Farm) joe.omielan@uky.edu 859-967-6205

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

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