Animal Husbandry Assistant - Student Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Posting Details Posting Details Job Title Animal Husbandry Assistant - Student Requisition Number DU13957 Department Name 7H016:

SPINAL CORD & BRAIN INJURY RES

Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range 12.00/hr. Type of Position Student Position Time Status Part-Time Required Education High School Diploma Required Related Experience N/A Required License/Registration/Certification N/A Physical Requirements Ability to lift 50 lb , Ability to stand for extended periods of time Shift Monday-Friday, every other weekend is required Job Summary The Ambystoma Genetic Stock Center supplies live materials to researchers and educators around the world. The Center is seeking motivated undergraduate students to help care for an endangered species of salamander through husbandry work. The job would entail cleaning and feeding of salamanders as well as general lab maintenance duties. Shifts are set based on class schedule. There are no evening hours permitted. All shifts will be in the morning or early afternoon. Working every other weekend is required. Hours vary based on availability but range anywhere from 7-10 hours per week.

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/ Abilities Ability to work mornings is preferred Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Prior Animal Care Experience preferred Deadline to Apply 09/30/2026 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. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University 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. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•). Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter