Job Title
Laboratory Technician Senior
Requisition Number
RE54818
Working Title
Forestry Research Technician
Department Name
81090:Forestry and Natural Resources
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$15.30-24.50/hour
Position Time Status
Full-Time
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Required Related Experience
1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Lifting, pushing or pulling items up to 40 lbs.; field work includes walking/hiking (some strenuous at times); and sitting for extended periods of time for data management.
Shift
Monday-Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm.
Job Summary
The College of Agriculture, Food & Environment, Department of Forestry seeks research staff member to support the research programs of faculty members in the areas of Applied Forest Science, including ecological silviculture, sustainable forest management, and related disciplines. The primary duties of the incumbent will be to collect and manage forest science data for research, perform limited data analysis, and write technical summaries.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Microsoft Office applications, and use of geospatial hardware and software including global positioning systems (GPS). Familiarity with ArcGIS and Avenza, and the ability to learn R language and environment for statistical computing are preferred.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
MS preferred, with demonstrated research productivity.
Deadline to Apply
07/15/2026
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