Research Analyst

Job Title
Research Analyst


Requisition Number
RE47206


Working Title

Department Name
81060:PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCES


Work Location
Lexington


Grade Level
42


Salary Range
$17.41-27.87/hour


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education


MS




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Required Related Experience


No experience required.




Required License/Registration/Certification

None.



Physical Requirements

Sitting or standing for long periods of time.



Shift

Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:30 pm (37.5 hours/week).



Job Summary

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment: Department of Plant & Soil Sciences seeks a Research Analyst in the Critical Zone Pedology Laboratory. The Critical Zone is the thin, outermost veneer of the Earth’s crust, from the top of the vegetation canopy down to fresh, unweathered bedrock. Duties of this position include assisting in research that investigates the role of soils in the formation, structure, and evolution of the Critical Zone. Additional duties include assisting in conducting research experiments, preparing and running soil samples for physical, chemical, mineralogical analyses, training, assisting with field work, and laboratory maintenance and management. Candidates should have experience working in a highly interdisciplinary environment and a background in soil, environmental, or earth sciences. More information on Plant and Soil Science Department can be seen by following this link to our newsletter. https://pss.ca.uky.edu/publications-1



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

General computer skills.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
10/07/2024


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