STEPS Farm and Research Assistant for Senior Horse Herd Full-Time
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY, USA
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Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
STEPS Farm and Research Assistant for Senior Horse Herd Full-Time
Requisition Number
TE09400
Department Name
81140:Veterinary Science
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$15.00/hour
Type of Position
Temporary
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
Required Related Experience
Required License/Registration/Certification
Physical Requirements
Pushing and lifting up to 50 lbs, working with horses and farm maintenance.
Shift
Work Shift
Shift coordinated with supervisor. Could require weekends/holidays.
Expected # of Hours Per Week
37.5
Job Summary
The Veterinary Department at UK is seeking a STEPS Farm Worker Full-Time Woodford Farm to horse care at our Woodford Farm location.
This includes:
This position will need to work weekdays and weekends depending on the schedule of the farm and will need to be able to get to our Versailles farm daily.
Thank you for your interest in working at the University of Kentucky!
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Farm experience
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
07/15/2026
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.
Posting Details
Job Title
STEPS Farm and Research Assistant for Senior Horse Herd Full-Time
Requisition Number
TE09400
Department Name
81140:Veterinary Science
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$15.00/hour
Type of Position
Temporary
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
Required Related Experience
Required License/Registration/Certification
Physical Requirements
Pushing and lifting up to 50 lbs, working with horses and farm maintenance.
Shift
Work Shift
Shift coordinated with supervisor. Could require weekends/holidays.
Expected # of Hours Per Week
37.5
Job Summary
The Veterinary Department at UK is seeking a STEPS Farm Worker Full-Time Woodford Farm to horse care at our Woodford Farm location.
This includes:
- Daily care and feeding of horses
- Help with research projects to include prepping study supplies and treatments
- Administering daily treatments to 35 horses
- Other duties as assigned
This position will need to work weekdays and weekends depending on the schedule of the farm and will need to be able to get to our Versailles farm daily.
Thank you for your interest in working at the University of Kentucky!
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Farm experience
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
07/15/2026
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.