Research Associate
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Research
Posted on April 11, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Research Associate
Requisition Number
RE44844
Working Title
Department Name
81080:ENTOMOLOGY
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
44
Salary Range
$43,361-69,383/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
PhD
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
None.
Physical Requirements
Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time. Lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs.
Shift
Days. Typically, Monday – Friday (40 hours a week)
Hours may vary dependent on discussion with supervisor.
Job Summary
The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment department of Entomology seeks a Research Associate. The Research Associate position participates in conducting research to address the integrated management of arthropod pests that affect humans. This research position is located at the University of Kentucky's main campus in Lexington, KY. The incumbent will be collaborating with the Kentucky Department for Public Health up to 50% of the time, contributing to State One Health Initiatives, vector-borne disease surveillance and pathogen diagnosis planning, staff training, public outreach and education, assisting with media inquiries, arthropod-related outbreaks, public health emergencies, case investigation, and control of vector-borne diseases. Areas of research emphasis could broadly include developing and implementing tools for managing arthropod pests and vectors of human and equine/livestock pathogens and addressing stakeholder needs.
IEBC (Internal Employee Being Considered).
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Ph.D. in Entomology.
Deadline to Apply
04/17/2024
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
Research Associate
Requisition Number
RE44844
Working Title
Department Name
81080:ENTOMOLOGY
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
44
Salary Range
$43,361-69,383/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
PhD
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
None.
Physical Requirements
Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time. Lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs.
Shift
Days. Typically, Monday – Friday (40 hours a week)
Hours may vary dependent on discussion with supervisor.
Job Summary
The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment department of Entomology seeks a Research Associate. The Research Associate position participates in conducting research to address the integrated management of arthropod pests that affect humans. This research position is located at the University of Kentucky's main campus in Lexington, KY. The incumbent will be collaborating with the Kentucky Department for Public Health up to 50% of the time, contributing to State One Health Initiatives, vector-borne disease surveillance and pathogen diagnosis planning, staff training, public outreach and education, assisting with media inquiries, arthropod-related outbreaks, public health emergencies, case investigation, and control of vector-borne diseases. Areas of research emphasis could broadly include developing and implementing tools for managing arthropod pests and vectors of human and equine/livestock pathogens and addressing stakeholder needs.
IEBC (Internal Employee Being Considered).
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Ph.D. in Entomology.
Deadline to Apply
04/17/2024
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 (*).
- * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- Indeed.com
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- UK Job Fair
- None of the Above
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
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