Sample Technician
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Mechanic/Technician
Posted on April 29, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Sample Technician
Requisition Number
DU12066
Department Name
8H700:Mechanical Engineering
Work Location
Lexington, KY with daily trip around KY
Salary Range
Around $45,000
Type of Position
Temporary
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
None
Required Related Experience
None
Required License/Registration/Certification
Driver's license – will need to drive our science van around KY ~4 days per week
Physical Requirements
Lifting up to 40 pounds and sitting for long periods of time. Driving trips.
Shift
Days M-F 9-5
Job Summary
This position will involve driving a research van around Eastern KY to collect environmental samples from wastewater treatment plants and from citizen scientists that collect water quality samples. These samples will be delivered to UK labs for analysis of pathogens. Other responsibilities include basic field equipment evaluation and maintenance. Candidates will be expected to maintain established QA/QC procedures.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
05/31/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
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
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
Sample Technician
Requisition Number
DU12066
Department Name
8H700:Mechanical Engineering
Work Location
Lexington, KY with daily trip around KY
Salary Range
Around $45,000
Type of Position
Temporary
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
None
Required Related Experience
None
Required License/Registration/Certification
Driver's license – will need to drive our science van around KY ~4 days per week
Physical Requirements
Lifting up to 40 pounds and sitting for long periods of time. Driving trips.
Shift
Days M-F 9-5
Job Summary
This position will involve driving a research van around Eastern KY to collect environmental samples from wastewater treatment plants and from citizen scientists that collect water quality samples. These samples will be delivered to UK labs for analysis of pathogens. Other responsibilities include basic field equipment evaluation and maintenance. Candidates will be expected to maintain established QA/QC procedures.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
05/31/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
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
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vita
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