Research Associate

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: 16 days ago
Location: Lexington, KENTUCKY
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

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.

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