DEPARTMENT: College of Agriculture, Community, and the Sciences
REPORTS TO: Principal Investigator
EFFECTIVE DATE: Position will Remain Open until Filled
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-time
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt
PRINCIPAL PURPOSE OF JOB: The Research Assistant Position in The College of Agriculture, Community, and the Sciences at Kentucky State University would serve as a support person for the research or extension program and will participate in research duties specific to the objectives of the proposal funding sources.
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY: The Research Assistant Position in The College of Agriculture, Community, and the Sciences at Kentucky State University would serve as a support person for the research or extension program and will participate in research duties specific to the objectives of the proposal funding sources.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
OTHER DUTIES: The position will conduct other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture or related field.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
• Knowledge of scientific literature search processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of research techniques, methods and procedures
• Knowledge of data interpretation and analysis methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of industry and government standards regarding laboratory techniques and safe handling of hazardous materials.
• Knowledge of data presentation and organization methods and techniques.
• Ability to interpret experimental data accurately.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain concise and accurate records.
• Ability to understand and write highly technical data.
• Ability to operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Ability to perform experiments.
• Ability to set up laboratory experiments.
• Ability to work within the guidelines of specific projects to gather and interpret experimental data.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Laboratory environment; may have regular exposure to biological, radiation, chemical, and mechanical hazards, vapors, fumes, and temperature variations.
• Some positions may include regular exposure to hazards associated with biological and chemical research.
• May work outside in adverse weather conditions.
• Work involves considerable exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures and humidity.
• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
Revised: 04/20/2022
KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform. The College of Agriculture, Community, and the Sciences strives for inclusive excellence and is interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to this effort through their research, teaching, and/or Extension programs.
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