Animal Husbandry Assistant - Student

Posting Details

Requisition Number DU10578 Department Name 7H016:SPINAL CORD & BRAIN INJURY RES Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range $10.00 /hour Type of Position Student Position Time Status Part-Time Required Education

High School Diploma

Required Related Experience

N/A

Required License/Registration/Certification

N/A

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift 50 lb , Ability to stand for extended periods of time

Shift

Monday-Friday, every other weekend is required

Job Summary

The Ambystoma Genetic Stock Center supplies live materials to researchers and educators around the world. The Center is seeking motivated undergraduate students to help care for an endangered species of salamander through husbandry work. The job would entail cleaning and feeding of salamanders as well as general lab maintenance duties. Shifts are set based on class schedule. There are no evening hours permitted. All shifts will be in the morning or early afternoon. Working every other weekend is required. Hours vary based on availability but range anywhere from 7-10 hours per week.

Given the COVID-19 pandemic, and the need to protect our university community including our students, staff, faculty and visitors, the University of Kentucky is requiring COVID-19 vaccination for all new hires prior to starting employment. Therefore, as of October 18, 2021, all new hires prior to their first day of employment must submit appropriate documentation showing, i) completion of the first vaccination against COVID-19, or ii) completion of the full vaccination series against COVID-19, or iii) approved exemption (medical contraindications or a sincerely held religious belief) through the formal exemption process from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement. For those employees who have completed the first vaccination against COVID-19 prior to their first day of employment, the second vaccination (if applicable) must be completed following the vaccination recommended schedule to be considered fully vaccinated.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Ability to work mornings is preferred

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience

Prior Animal Care Experience preferred

Deadline to Apply 05/31/2023 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.

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