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Research Analyst

Research Analyst

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Research Analyst
Entomology Staff $17.24-27.59/hour

Location: Lexington, KY

The Department of Entomology (DeVries Lab) at the University of Kentucky is hiring a Research Analyst (full-time) to assist in urban entomology research and extension efforts. Defined broadly, urban entomology encompasses a multitude of topics relating to biology, behavior, and management of pests found indoors and around structures. The primary responsibilities of this position include: rearing insects (primarily cockroaches and bed bugs), conducting experiments independently and as part of a team, working in homes with pest-infestations, delivering education materials to the public (homeowners, pest control operators, chemical companies), helping students, ordering supplies, and overseeing day-to-day lab operation.

The College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is an inclusive and welcoming workplace that offers a variety of employee enhancement initiatives, such as a formal mentoring program and a staff professional development fund. To find out more about CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky …Click Here.


 

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S123 Ag. Science North Lexington, KY 40546-0091