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 Biology Research Technician II

Division: CAS                                   Department: Biology                                  Experience: Intermediate

Job Code: NA                                   Supervisor of Student Employee(s): Byron Meade

Requested Start Date: 08/24/2026

Students will assist in the management of various research projects within the natural sciences. These projects will typically be agriculturally focused, with a heavy emphasis on mushrooms, but could also include work in medicinal plant/fungal extracts. Students in this position will be given advanced research responsibilities, include data analyzing and preforming standardized experiments.

This position is ideal for students interested in biological sciences and research experience.

Responsibilities and Career Competencies:

1. Organize and maintain a clean and working research laboratory: C, TW, P
2. Assist senior research personnel in prepping sterile substrates (agar, grain, etc…): C, TW, P, CSD, CT, L, T
3. Assist with the design and implementation of novel agriculture research projects: C, TW, P, CSD, CT, CTR, L, T
4. Inoculate, incubate, and harvest mushrooms and hydroponic vegetables: C, TW, P, L, T, CSD
5. Oversee Biology Research Technician I employee’s maintenance on hydroponic and mushroom cultivation units: C, TW, T, CSD, L

Competencies/Skills: Communication (C), Teamwork (TW), Professionalism (P), Career & Self Development (CSD), Critical Thinking (CT), Community Transformation (CTR), Leadership (L), Technology (T)

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Computer Skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Other Skills: Attention to detail, Strong active listening abilities, Public speaking, Written & verbal communication, Willingness to learn new things

Work Schedule: Hours vary depending on workload

Work Conditions: Heat, Cold, Light Intensity, Humidity

Physical Demands: Keyboarding, Reaching/Handling, Stooping/Kneeling, Crouching/Crawling, Pushing up to 50 lbs., Pulling up to 50 lbs., Lifting up to 50 lbs., Carrying up to 50 lbs.

Number of Positions: 1

Pay Rate: 10.50/hour

Location: Building: ARM, Room#: 110

Application Notes: Resumes and applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.