Undergraduate student research assistant University of Kentucky - 4.1 Lexington, KY Job Details Part-time $13.50 - $15.25 an hour 23 hours ago Qualifications Laboratory safety Safety protocol adherence High school diploma or GED Implementing research protocols Full Job Description Posting Details Job Title Undergraduate student research assistant Requisition Number DU15084 Department Name 81080:

ENTOMOLOGY

Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range $13.50-$15.25/hr Type of Position Student Position Time Status Part-Time Required Education High School Diploma or GED Required Related Experience must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate. Required License/Registration/Certification n/a Physical Requirements Sitting for long periods of time, working with arthropods Shift Will work with student schedule. Job Summary The successful candidate will assist graduate students in Dr. Zinan Wang's lab with various fruit fly (Drosophila) related experiments. The activities will include, but are not limited to, fruit fly sorting, molecular experiments, and insect transgenesis. The student will have the opportunity to learn different molecular biology techniques. The pay rate will depend on the candidate's prior experience. This position may extend beyond the semester, depending on the candidate's performance. Provide a cover letter that Includes your major & current year (freshman, sophomore, junior, senior) Indicate why you are interested in this position and what motivates you to perform well in this position. We encourage early submissions; interviews and selection may occur prior to the closing date Skills / Knowledge / Abilities No previous research experience is required. Applicants must demonstrate reliability, attention to detail, timely communication, and a willingness to follow research protocols and laboratory safety procedures. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience 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.