Student Position - Plant and Soil Sciences
Listed on 2026-03-12
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Research/Development
Agriculture / Farming
Job Title
Student Position FT - Plant and Soil Sciences
Requisition NumberDU14300
Department81060: PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCES
LocationLexington, KY
Salary RangeVaries
Position Type / StatusTemporary, Full-Time
Physical RequirementsLifting, pushing, or pulling objects up to 50 lbs.
ShiftDays – to be discussed with supervisor
Job SummarySUMMER WORK – SMALL GRAINS BREEDING AND GENETICS.
Work opportunities for undergraduates who are interested in plant breeding & genetics are available in the Brzozowski Lab! The lab works on plant breeding and genetics for sustainable production of small grains in Kentucky, using wheat, oats, rye, and intermediate wheatgrass. The position is full‑time hourly work during Summer 2026 (approx. May 13 – Aug 12). Come learn all about plant breeding in Kentucky and get paid to do it!
Responsibilities- Field data collection
- Harvesting plants
- Preparing and analyzing seeds for future studies
- Occasional greenhouse work or sample preparation for laboratory analysis
No experience required. The work requires outdoor agricultural tasks in all weather conditions. Students must provide their own transportation to the research farm in Lexington, with limited exceptions. All safety and research trainings will be provided on the job, and wage will align with MG‑CAFE standards.
Preferred Education / ExperienceNo experience required. The same requirements as above.
Final date to receive applications05/10/2026
EEO StatementWe value the well‑being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. It provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources, which may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Interested? Contact Dr. Lauren Brzozowski (lauren.brzozowski).
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