The University of Kentucky in United States invites application for vacant Postdoctoral and Research Positions, a public university in Lexington, Kentucky.
Postdoctoral Scholar
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7H700:Dept of Pharmacology & Nutritional Scien
01/05/2026
The Nikolajczyk lab is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to lead a project on mechanisms driving inflammation in diseases involving human cognitive decline. The successful applicant will have an advanced degree (PhD, MD or equivalent)that required wet bench work in any area of biomedical research. Expertise in immunology, inflammation and neuroinflammation are desirable. Training in immune cell fun…
Pharmacist Intern Senior/OnCall/UKHC – Specialty Pharmacy
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H5000: CHANDLER – RETAIL PHARMACY
12/31/2026
This position is designed to expose student interns to all facets of specialty pharmacy practice. Interns will rotate through specialty operations, multiple disease state specific call centers, clinics, and the infusion center. Additionally, there will be opportunities to participate in clinical research projects and develop policies and procedures.
Post Doctoral Scholar – Veterinary Science
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81140:Veterinary Science
01/15/2026
The scholar will conduct research on embryo-maternal communication as directed by their mentor. In addition, the scholar may participate in the training of graduate students in various lab techniques and procedures.
Civil Rights & Restorative Justice – KY Intern
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8E006:African American Studies & Res
01/18/2026
This is an interdisciplinary project that brings together historical research and legal analysis of cases of racially-motivated homicides during the Jim Crow era in Kentucky.
Postdoctoral Scholar
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8E100:Physics And Astronomy
02/28/2026
The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Kentucky is welcoming applications for a postdoctoral scholar position in observational astronomy. This is a 2-year position (anticipated Aug 1, 2026 – Jul 31, 2028) with the possibility of extension for a third year (contingent on performance and funding availability). The postdoctoral scholar will work in Dr. Jiayi Sun’s group and l…
Dean, Lewis Honors College
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89000:Provost
The dean serves as the academic and administrative head of the Lewis Honors College (LHC) and is responsible for the leadership and administration of all aspects of the college. These responsibilities include but are not limited to:Communicating with prospective and current LHC students;Promoting engagement and success of honors students;Leading enhancements to the curriculum and ensuring appro…
Medical Physicist
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7H900:RADIATION MEDICINE
The University of Kentucky College of Medicine is seeking outstanding candidates for a position of Instructor, Assistant, or Associate Professor in the Department of Radiation Medicine. The Department of Radiation Medicine is a vital part of UK Markey Cancer Center, an NCI-designated Cancer Center. The department has vibrant clinical practice with outstanding technology, facilities, and medical…
Assistant Professor of Physiology
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7H750:PHYSIOLOGY
Founded in 1865 as a land-grant institution adjacent to downtown Lexington, the University of Kentucky is nestled in the scenic heart of the Bluegrass Region of Kentucky. Recently ranked as one of the safest, most creative, and the brainiest cities in the nation, Lexington is an ideal location to experience the work-life integration that the University strives to provide its employees. See for …
FWS Spring 2026, Horticulture Fruit Crop Cold Hardiness and Phenology Technician – Biology
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1B531:Federal Work Study
01/12/2026
This position will be be responsible for conducting research on the cold hardiness of fruit crop as well as the development of flowers and other physiological considerations for floral growth and development. This will entail sample collection and prep, Microscopy, using sensor and automation as instrumentation to carry out experiments, data tabulation and analysis. students will also be encour…
Criminal Justice Student Worker
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8T110:College of Social Work
01/09/2026
The Director of Criminal Justice Programs is looking for a student worker to work 10 hours per week, for the Spring 2026 semester. The successful candidate will be assigned to the Criminal Justice faculty to assist with research. Applicants must be pursuing a Bachelor of Science or Art in criminal justice at the standing of Junior or Senior at the University of Kentucky, or be currently enrolle…
Assistant Professor in the School of Architecture
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8N100:School of Architecture
The School of Architecture at the University of Kentucky (UK) invites nominations and applications for the position of Assistant Professor in the Regular Title Series. This full-time tenure-track academic position comes with a 9-month appointment, and an anticipated start date of August 1, 2026.The School of Architecture is deeply committed to further advancing its design technology and digital…
Physician – Adult Inpatient Psychiatrist
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7H800:PSYCHIATRY
The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine is seeking a residency-trained, board certified/board eligible Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor. The successful candidate must be committed to excellence in clinical care as well as teaching, administration, and professional development. Preferred experience includes previous experience in provid…
Post Doctoral Scholar – Dept of Biostatistics
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7P180:DEPT OF BIOSTATISTICS
03/01/2026
The College of Public Health, Department of Biostatistics seeks a Post Doctor Scholar. Responsibilities of this position include:1. Develop novel methods and tools for analyzing continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), kinome, RNA-seq, and/or high-throughput array (including antibody array) data under the guidance of sponsoring professor.2. Manage data generated in the Diabetes Solution COBRE proje…
Student: Accounting Assistant
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3J5SE: Student Employment
01/07/2026
You must be a current UK student to apply for this position. This position is located off-campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.Role DescriptionIsannah H. Lee, CPA, PSC. is a local CPA firm seeking an accounting student, part-time or full-time, who would like to expand their knowledge in the field of accounting. The firm is primarily tax based, which allows employ…
Chair & Associate or Full Professor of Product Design
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8N000:College of Design
The Department of Product Design at the University of Kentucky invites applications for the next Department Chair. Building on an existing foundation of collaborative iteration, the new Chair will lead the next chapter of the Product Design program in its pursuit of impactful education and expanded community, industry, and international partnerships. From its inception, the Product Design progr…
Postdoctoral Scholar
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81130:Community & Leadership Development
12/31/2025
This is a 12-month to 18-month appointment with $50,000 – $55,000 annual salary and benefits. Renewal for a second year is contingent upon performance and funding availability.We invite applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Scholar position in the Department of Community and Leadership Development at the University of Kentucky. This 12-to-18-month position will not require relocation to Lex…
Student Worker-Philanthropy Office, College of Arts & Sciences
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8E000:College of Arts & Sciences
01/18/2026
Will provide administrative support to the Philanthropy Office, to include helping with daily office operations: making copies, scanning documents, assisting with event preparation, conducting research on donors and alumni. This position offers the opportunity to develop professional skills in organization, communication, and event coordination, as well as gain experience in donor relations and…
Student/WoodfordFarm
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81140:Veterinary Science
01/05/2026
Working with horses and laboratory animals; helping to feed, clean stalls, mow, and weed eat, assist with veterinary care and research projects on UK’s Woodford farm.
Postdoctoral Position in Theoretical Physics/Quantum Information
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8E100:Physics And Astronomy
01/01/2026
The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY invites applications for a postdoctoral position in quantum information, broadly defined. The appointment is expected to begin in Fall 2026.This position is expected to be renewed for up to three years, with the third year contingent on funding availability and satisfactory research progress. The successful c…
Postdoctoral Position in Ultrafast Laser Spectroscopy of Singlet Fission Materials
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8E030:Chemistry
01/04/2026
We invite applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position focused on exploring the photophysics of organic singlet fission materials using femtosecond electronic spectroscopy and related coherent optical techniques. The successful candidate will investigate photoinduced electronic and vibrational dynamics in a range of molecular and thin-film systems that undergo singlet fission, wi…
Assistant Professor, Information Science, Information Communication Technology
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8M500:School of Information Science
School of Information ScienceCollege of Communication and InformationAssistant Professor (Special Title)The College of Communication and Information at the University of Kentucky invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor (Special Title) of Information Communication Technology. This is a nine-month, tenure-track position reporting directly to the School Director with appointme…
Physician – Adult Ambulatory Psychiatrist
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7H800:PSYCHIATRY
The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine is seeking a residency-trained, board certified/board eligible Physician – Adult Ambulatory Psychiatrist. The successful candidate must be committed to excellence in clinical care as well as teaching, administration, and professional development. Preferred experience includes previous experience in providing psychiat…
Physician – Adult Inpatient Psychiatrist
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7H800:PSYCHIATRY
The Department of Psychiatry at the University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine is seeking a residency-trained, board certified/board eligible Physician – Adult Inpatient Psychiatrist. The successful candidate must be committed to excellence in clinical care as well as teaching, administration, and professional development. Preferred experience includes previous experience in providing psychiatr…
Physician – Adult Inpatient Psychiatrist
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7H800:PSYCHIATRY
The Department of Psychiatry at the University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine is seeking a residency-trained, board certified/board eligible Physician – Adult Inpatient Psychiatrist. The successful candidate must be committed to excellence in clinical care as well as teaching, administration, and professional development. Preferred experience includes previous experience in providing psychiatr…
Physician – Child Inpatient Psychiatrist
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7H800:PSYCHIATRY
The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine is seeking a residency-trained, board certified/board eligible Physician – Child Inpatient Psychiatrist. The successful candidate must be committed to excellence in clinical care as well as teaching, administration, and professional development. Preferred experience includes previous experience in providing psychiatr…
Physician – Adult Ambulatory Psychiatrist
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7H800:PSYCHIATRY
The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine is seeking a residency-trained, board certified/board eligible Physician – Adult Ambulatory Psychiatrist. The successful candidate must be committed to excellence in clinical care as well as teaching, administration, and professional development. Preferred experience includes previous experience in providing psychiat…
Physician – Adult Ambulatory Psychiatrist
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7H800:PSYCHIATRY
The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine is seeking a residency-trained, board certified/board eligible Physician – Adult Ambulatory Psychiatrist. The successful candidate must be committed to excellence in clinical care as well as teaching, administration, and professional development. Preferred experience includes previous experience in providing psychiat…
Assistant Professor, College of Nursing
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7E100:NURSING INSTRUCTION
The University of Kentucky, College of Nursing is seeking a Regular Title Series (tenure- eligible) Assistant Professor. This position is a 10-month appointment with an anticipated Distribution of Effort of about 45-70% Teaching and Advising, 0% Clinical Practice Activities, 20-40% Research and Scholarly Activity, and 10% Service which will be reviewed annually. We anticipate a start date on or…
Associate or Professor, College of Nursing
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7E100:NURSING INSTRUCTION
The College of Nursing at the University of Kentucky invites exceptional candidates to apply for a full-time, 12-month Regular Title Series, tenure-eligible position, open rank of Associate or full Professor. We anticipate a start date no later than July 1, 2026, and an earlier start date can be negotiated. This is an on-site position and based in Lexington, KY. We seek candidates who use innov…
OTC IP Fellows Program
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40420:Office of Technology Commercialization
12/31/2025
Typical projects may include, dependent upon educationalbackground and career motivation:• Conducting scientific, market, prior art, and patent search and analysis• Assessing t he commercial viability of new inventions through market research and competitive analysis• Identifying potential licensees or inventors• Developing marketing materials• Assisting with the management of a patent docket, …
Student Ambassador
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81700:Retailing & Tourism Management
12/20/2025
Each ambassador will serve as a project leader prepresenting each department, (RTM & DHN) within the interdisciplinary UK Sustanability Grant Project. Responsibilites, include planning, leading, coordinating, and executing multiple university-wide sustainability initiatives (eg., Ugly Product Pop-up Market, Lemon Tree operations, and Campus Kitchen activities). collaborating with faculty an…
Family Physician
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7H460:FAMILY AND COMMUNITY MEDICINE
The University of Kentucky College of Medicine Department of Family & Community Medicine (DFCM) seeks a qualified family physician to join our Lexington-based residency program The UK DFCM has a 6/6/6 family medicine residency program in Lexington, Kentucky. DFCM also has additional primary care practices in Georgetown, Hazard, and Hindman, Kentucky, and an independent rural residency progr…
Assistant Professor in Neurosurgery
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7H853:NEUROSURGERY
The College of Medicine Department of Neurosurgery is seeking an Assistant Professor with specialized expertise in spine surgical interventions. The successful candidate will join a growing, collaborative neurosurgical team dedicated to excellence in clinical care, research, and education. This position reports directly to the Chair of the Department of Neurosurgery.Responsibilities:Provide adv…
Family Physician
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7H460:FAMILY AND COMMUNITY MEDICINE
The University of Kentucky College of Medicine Department of Family & Community Medicine (DFCM) seeks a qualified family physician to join our Lexington-based residency program The UK DFCM has a 6/6/6 family medicine residency program in Lexington, Kentucky. DFCM also has additional primary care practices in Georgetown, Hazard, and Hindman, Kentucky, and an independent rural residency progr…
WRAP-Veterinary Project-PD-Bartlett
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8N700:Product Design
12/23/2025
Help with design and prototyping of a smartphone-mounted device that can act as a microscope to read slides.Design user interfaces for the mobile application.Help with the implementation of software portion of the project.
Post-Doctoral Scholar
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7H676:Pediatrics – Psychology
12/31/2025
This position is designed to have 70% clinical time, 15% protected time for scholarly activity/research, and 15% protected time for professional development (e.g., seminars, mentorship, case consultation, etc). The position is one year, with the possibility of adding an additional year, with a start date of either July 1, 2026 or later.There are 3 pediatric psychology post-doctoral positions av…
Researcher – Spinal Cord & Brain Injury Faculty
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7H016:SPINAL CORD & BRAIN INJURY RES
The Spinal Cord and Brain Injury Research Center (SCoBIRC) at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in neurotrauma research. The position is open rank (Assistant, Associate, or Professor), and postdoctoral fellows or early-career investigators are encouraged to apply. Extramural funding is not required for appointment, although p…
Assistant, Associate, or Professor in Physician Assistant Studies
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7N660:Physician Assistant Studies
Tenure-eligible Faculty Position in the Department of Physician Assistant StudiesThe Department of Physician Assistant Studies (PAS), College of Health Sciences (CHS) at the University of Kentucky is currently accepting applications for a full-time 12-month appointment, tenure-eligible faculty member at rank determined by qualifications in the Special Title Series, to begin employment at the Le…
Lecturer in the School of Interiors
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8N500:Sch of Interiors:Planning/Strategy/Desig
The School of Interiors in the College of Design at the University of Kentucky is accepting applications for a Lecturer Title Series (non-tenure-eligible) faculty position, from individuals who are passionate about interior design education and practice, and who think broadly about its capacity and application. The position is open to a wide range of specializations, including endeavors that ex…
Student/Non-Work Study
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81800:SCHOOL OF HUMAN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
01/19/2026
This position will support faculty in the School of Human Environmental Sciences and Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) Extension, with a focus on enhancing community mental health and well-being. Assigned duties may include but are not limited to assisting with academic and scholarly writing projects addressing the social determinants of mental health; Supporting or conducting research and dat…
Non-ACGME HIV Fellowship Position
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7H361:INTERNAL MEDICINE & DIVISIONS – INFECTIO
The University of Kentucky College of Medicine Department of Internal Medicine is seeking an attending physician at the Instructor level in digestive diseases. This is a non-ACGME fellowship position that will provide training in HIV. Duties include, but are not limited to:Participation in the Clinical Infectious Disease Programs within the Division of Infectious Diseases at the University of K…
Assistant Professor in Statistics
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8E130:Statistics
The Dr. Bing Zhang Department of Statistics in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Special Title Series (STS) Position in Undergraduate Education. This is a 9-month position in the special title series with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2026.The successful candidate will contribute to th…
Lecturer in Biology
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8E300:Biology
The Department of Biology in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky invites applications for a full-time Lecturer position to begin August 1, 2026. The selected candidate will be appointed to a 9-month, non-tenure eligible faculty position for an initial two-year period that has the potential for renewal and for promotion to Senior Lecturer after f…
Assistant or Associate Professor, Special Title Series
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7E100:NURSING INSTRUCTION
The University of Kentucky, College of Nursing Graduate DNP Program is seeking a Special Title Series (tenure-eligible) Assistant or Associate Professor (open-rank). This position is a 12-month appointment with an anticipated Distribution of Effort of about 60-80% Teaching and Advising, 0-20% Clinical Practice Activities, 15% Research and Scholarly Activity, and 5% Service/Professional Developm…
Assistant or Associate Professor, College of Nursing
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7E100:NURSING INSTRUCTION
The University of Kentucky, College of Nursing Graduate DNP Program is seeking a Special Title Series (tenure-eligible) Assistant or Associate Professor (open-rank). This position is a 12-month appointment with an anticipated Distribution of Effort of about 60-80% Teaching and Advising, 0-20% Clinical Practice Activities, 15% Research and Scholarly Activity, and 5% Service/Professional Developm…
