STEPS Farm and Research Assistant for Senior Horse Herd Full-Time

STEPS Farm and Research Assistant for Senior Horse Herd Full-Time Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Posting Details Posting Details Job Title STEPS Farm and Research Assistant for Senior Horse Herd Full-Time Requisition Number TE09400 Department Name 81140:

Veterinary Science Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range $15.00/hour Type of Position Temporary Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education Required Related Experience Required License/Registration/Certification Physical Requirements Pushing and lifting up to 50 lbs, working with horses and farm maintenance. Shift Work Shift Shift coordinated with supervisor. Could require weekends/holidays. Expected # of Hours Per Week 37.5 Job Summary The Veterinary Department at UK is seeking a STEPS Farm Worker Full-Time Woodford Farm to horse care at our Woodford Farm location.

This includes:

Daily care and feeding of horses Help with research projects to include prepping study supplies and treatments Administering daily treatments to 35 horses Other duties as assigned This position will need to work weekdays and weekends depending on the schedule of the farm and will need to be able to get to our Versailles farm daily. Thank you for your interest in working at the University of Kentucky!

Skills / Knowledge

/ Abilities Farm experience Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Deadline to Apply 07/15/2026 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 Optional Documents Resume Cover Letter