Assistant, Associate, or Professor - College of Nursing - Research
Job Summary
The College of Nursing at the University of Kentucky invites exceptional candidates to apply for a 12-month, tenure-eligible, Regular Title Series, faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or full Professor. This is an on-site position based in Lexington, KY. We seek candidates who bring innovative approaches to complex problems across nursing science, with an active program of research and a strong commitment to graduate education and mentorship. Competitive research start-up packages are available for this position. The ideal candidate will demonstrate evidence of grantsmanship and productivity in health-related research, a commitment to education, and a collaborative, community-engaged approach to scholarship. The successful candidate will teach at the graduate and/or undergraduate levels and actively participate in service to the university and the profession.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
- Graduate and/or undergraduate teaching and mentoring skills
- Collaborative and community-engaged approach to research
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Innovative thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively on multidisciplinary teams
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
- Demonstrated record of collaborative, extramurally funded research and scholarship
- Experience as an educator
- A track record of service to the nursing profession
Job Summary (continued)
The College of Nursing is committed to world-class education and novel research conducted in partnership with University of Kentucky students and community partners. Our faculty are among the most innovative scholars in the discipline, and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to engage with nationally and internationally recognized researchers at the College of Nursing and with multidisciplinary teams across campus through our dynamic research centers. Learn more about the College of Nursing at https://nursing.uky.edu and about the University of Kentucky Research Centers at https://research.uky.edu/centers-institutes. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Statement on Benefits
Employment at UK is subject to fund availability and comes with many rewards, focusing on your total well-being and career development, with leadership striving to provide a strong work-life integration. The university generously contributes to employees’ retirement plans, medical coverage, and life insurance. In addition, UK offers optional benefits such as dental and vision insurance, additional retirement plans and much more. To learn more about these benefits, please visit: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/our-benefits.