Student Internship- Soil Microbiology

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

• Job Title: Student Internship
  - Soil Microbiology
• Requisition Number: DU14396
• Department Name: 81060:
  
  PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCES
• Work Location: Lexington, KY
• Salary Range: Varies
• Type of Position: Student
• Position Time Status: Part-Time
• Required
  
  Education:
  
  N/A
• Required Related
  
  Experience:
  
  n/a
• Required License/Registration/Certification: n/a
• Physical Requirements: Willingness to work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
• Shift: Will be discussed with supervisor. 20 hrs. a week

Paid position in soil microbiology research. Help with a variety of soil microbiology projects and gain skills in scientific research.

Part-Time (20 HOURS/WEEK) May-August 2026.

Questions? Dr. ERNIE OSBURN.

E.OSBURN.

Prior greenhouse experience preferred, though enthusiasm/willingness to learn is most important!

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

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.

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