Scientist I
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Science
Posted on May 1, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Scientist I
Requisition Number
RE43827
Working Title
Department Name
81060:PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCES
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
MS
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
The position will involve strenuous field work in inclement weather, heat, and cold. It will also require lifting and moving heavy objects up to 50 lbs.
Shift
Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, with longer days in the fields and potential for weekend work when necessary.
Job Summary
The Department of Plant and soil Sciences in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment works towards developing sustainable food and crop production practices in Kentucky. Corn, soybean and wheat account for roughly 45% of annual agriculture cash receipts in Kentucky. The Scientist I position is key to the laboratory management, experiment coordination, data analysis, and reporting results within the University of Kentucky and outside partnerships. Responsibilities will include involvement in designing, establishing, and maintaining grain crops research conducted throughout Kentucky; analyzing data with appropriate statistical methods and summarizing research reports; developing tables and modelling to effectively communicate research findings; coordinating research efforts with other faculty, staff, graduate students and undergraduate students involved in research. Please click link: http://pss.ca.uky.edu/to find out more about the department of Plant and Soil Sciences.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Knowledge of crop modeling, and data and image processing software is preferred.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Master's in related field.
Deadline to Apply
05/07/2024
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
Scientist I
Requisition Number
RE43827
Working Title
Department Name
81060:PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCES
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
MS
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
The position will involve strenuous field work in inclement weather, heat, and cold. It will also require lifting and moving heavy objects up to 50 lbs.
Shift
Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, with longer days in the fields and potential for weekend work when necessary.
Job Summary
The Department of Plant and soil Sciences in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment works towards developing sustainable food and crop production practices in Kentucky. Corn, soybean and wheat account for roughly 45% of annual agriculture cash receipts in Kentucky. The Scientist I position is key to the laboratory management, experiment coordination, data analysis, and reporting results within the University of Kentucky and outside partnerships. Responsibilities will include involvement in designing, establishing, and maintaining grain crops research conducted throughout Kentucky; analyzing data with appropriate statistical methods and summarizing research reports; developing tables and modelling to effectively communicate research findings; coordinating research efforts with other faculty, staff, graduate students and undergraduate students involved in research. Please click link: http://pss.ca.uky.edu/to find out more about the department of Plant and Soil Sciences.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Knowledge of crop modeling, and data and image processing software is preferred.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Master's in related field.
Deadline to Apply
05/07/2024
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?
- Social Media Ad (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn)
- InsideHigherEd.com
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- Indeed.com
- Careerbuilder.com
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- UK Job Fair
- None of the Above
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
