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Lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs. Sitting or standing for long periods of time.

Generally Monday-Friday from 8:00 am-4:30 pm.; 37.5 hours/week.

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment's department of Plant and Soil Sciences seeks a dependable candidate with strong record keeping and communication skills for their Agroecosystem Nutrient Cycling Lab/Field Manager position.

The research lab investigates soil carbon and nutrient cycling in cropping systems.

This position is essential to the success of field operations—overseeing research activities, maintaining equipment and supplies, collecting and managing data, guiding students and staff, and ensuring all safety standards are upheld.

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment fosters a collaborative and supportive work environment. Benefits of working with us include:

For additional information on Plant and Soil Sciences please click here. To find out more about M-G CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky, Click Here.

No experience required. Work experience can substitute for educational requirement.

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