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Records Digitalization Clerk - Temporary

Hebron, KY · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

Position Summary The Temporary Digitalization Clerk will support the Aftermarket Americas team by scanning, indexing, and organizing physical documents into electronic filing systems. This role is ...

University of Pennsylvania

$7.25 - $19/hr

Posted Job Title Temp Front Desk Job Profile Title Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt Summary This ... This position requires availability on Saturdays and Sundays and flexibility to work daytime ...

University of Pennsylvania

$7.25 - $19/hr

Posted Job Title Temp Front Desk Job Profile Title Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt Summary This ... This position requires availability on Saturdays and Sundays and flexibility to work daytime ...

Staffactory

Respiratory Therapist (TEMP)

Erlanger, KY · On-site

$30 - $32/hr

TRUE TEMP - Keep Allison updated w/Start Date-End Date for tracking. - RRT, CRT, RN allowed - TEMP ... Drug screen ( when applicable for the position ) * Compliance with healthcare facility ...

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Temporary Research Technician

University of Kentucky

Lexington, KY

$15 - $17/hr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

University Of Kentucky rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 132 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

310th of 618 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Posting Details
Job Title Temporary Research Technician Requisition Number DU14924 Department Name 81080:ENTOMOLOGY Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range $15.00-$17.00 Type of Position Temporary Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education
HS Diploma
Required Related Experience
N/A
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Physical Requirements
Carry objects of 50 lbs. or less. Comfortable working in a lab environment
Shift
Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm (37.5 hours/week)
Job Summary
This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in molecular diagnostics, analytical chemistry, insect physiology and behavior, field surveillance, and Extension activities while contributing to Kentucky's preparedness for the New World screwworm (Cochliomyia hominivorax). Responsibilities include deploying and servicing field traps; collecting, sorting, preserving, and documenting specimens; identifying screwworms and other blow flies; and assisting with DNA extraction and CRISPR-Cas12-based diagnostics. The individual will also participate in volatile collection, GC-MS and GC-EAD analyses, behavioral assays, and insect colony maintenance, while working closely with researchers, diagnostic laboratories, livestock producers, veterinarians, and Extension partners.
We encourage early submissions; interviews and selection may occur prior to the closing date 
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Deadline to Apply 09/04/2026 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.

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The University of Kentucky (UK), the state's flagship university, was founded in 1865 and its beautiful, sprawling campus, nestled in downtown Lexington, now covers over 900 acres and is home to more than 30,000 students and approximately 13,500 employees. The trees and beautifully manicured greenspaces are a source of pride for the university and combine to create an impressive oasis amidst the busy cityscape that surrounds it.

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10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Lexington, KY, US

Year founded

1865

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