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Requisition Number DU07541 Department Name 81140:Veterinary Science Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range $15 Type of Position Student Position Time Status Part-Time Required Education High School Required Related Experience Experience working with horses. Required License/Registration/Certification Driver's license required. Physical Requirements Lifting, pushing or pulling objects up to 65 lbs. Shift Weekends are required with some weekday work possible. Job Summary Working with horses and ponies and laboratory animals; helping to feed, clean stalls, mow, and weed eat, assist with veterinary care and research projects. This position is at the Maine-Chance farm. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Skills appropriate for farm work and horse handling are desired. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Skills appropriate for farm work and horse handling are desired. Deadline to Apply 12/31/2026 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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.

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