University of KentuckyEqual Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleScientist IRequisition NumberRE43827Working TitleDepartment Name81060:PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCESWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level44Salary Range$43,361-69,383/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationMSClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related ExperienceNo experience required.Required License/Registration/CertificationNone.Physical RequirementsThe position will involve strenuous field work in inclement weather, heat, and cold. It will also require lifting and moving heavy objects up to 50 lbs.ShiftMonday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, with longer days in the fields and potential for weekend work when necessary.Job SummaryThe Department of Plant and soil Sciences in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment works towards developing sustainable food and crop production practices in Kentucky. Corn, soybean and wheat account for roughly 45% of annual agriculture cash receipts in Kentucky. The Scientist I position is key to the laboratory management, experiment coordination, data analysis, and reporting results within the University of Kentucky and outside partnerships. Responsibilities will include involvement in designing, establishing, and maintaining grain crops research conducted throughout Kentucky; analyzing data with appropriate statistical methods and summarizing research reports; developing tables and modelling to effectively communicate research findings; coordinating research efforts with other faculty, staff, graduate students and undergraduate students involved in research. Please click link: http://pss.ca.uky.edu/ - http://pss.ca.uky.edu/to find out more about the department of Plant and Soil Sciences.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesMicrosoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Knowledge of crop modeling, and data and image processing software is preferred.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceMaster’s in related field.Deadline to Apply05/07/2024University Community of InclusionThe University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.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 check and/or drug screen.Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk ().1. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system? * Social Media Ad (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn) InsideHigherEd.com* HigherEdJobs.com* Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education) * HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)* InsightIntoDiversity.com* Latinosinhighered.com* Indeed.com* Careerbuilder.com* A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member * UK Job Fair* None of the AboveApplicant DocumentsRequired Documents1. Resume2. Cover LetterOptional Documents Apply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/JLMdmDuQAgQAWsOqzfXXWGPI240306905