What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Internship- Soil Microbiology position at Inside Higher Ed?
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
Job Summary
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@UKY.EDU
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Prior greenhouse experience preferred,
though enthusiasm/willingness to learn is
most important!
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.
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
Job Summary
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@UKY.EDU
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Prior greenhouse experience preferred,
though enthusiasm/willingness to learn is
most important!
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.