Postdoctoral and Research Positions at The University of Kentucky in United States. The University of Kentucky in United States invites application for vacant Postdoc and Research Positions, a public university in Lexington, Kentucky.
Postdoctoral and Research Positions at The University of Kentucky in United States.
Scientist II
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81250:VETERINARY DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORY
03/10/2026
The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (VDL) seeks a team leader for their Scientist II position.VDL develops and applies state-of-the-art diagnostic methodology to improve animal health and marketability, to protect the public health and to assist in the preservation of the human-animal bond through the principles of One Health.This pos…
Program Coordinator
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7N630:Health and Clinical Sciences
02/24/2026
The Project Coordinator will support the implementation and evaluation of the Meals that Heal research projects, a community-engaged initiative focused on nutrition and cardiovascular health. Working with the Project Management Director and Principal Investigator, this role supports project coordination, community-based activities, data collection, and cookbook development, including recipe tes…
Administrative Services Assistant
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8H060:Kentucky Transportation Center
03/10/2026
This position is responsible for the fiscal management of the unit.Duties include monitoring of financial accounts and charges and forecasting project completion. Applicant should be familiar with financial management software and be comfortable processing payments, purchasing, reconciling deposits, running cumulative reports, and disseminating pertinent information to other staff.This position…
Principal Research Security Architect
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40135:SECURE
03/17/2026
The University of Kentucky is establishing a new position to safeguard its expanding research computing infrastructure. As our research programs grow in scale and complexity, so do the regulatory demands surrounding our infrastructure. The Associate Director of Research Cyber Technology & Compliance will provide strategic leadership at the intersection of advanced data architecture, regulat…
Clinical Research Nurse II
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7H024:MCC – CLINICAL RESEARCH ORG
03/03/2026
The Markey Cancer Center Precision Medicine Program is recruiting a Clinical Research Nurse II for several upcoming clinical trials. This individual will coordinate cutting edge first in human clinical trials designed to advance Precision Medicine Cancer Care and associated clinical outcomes to all residents in the state of Kentucky. This position is crucial for managing education, scheduling, …
Assistant Professor
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81500:Dietetics and Human Nutrition
The Position:The Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition at the University of Kentucky invites applications for a full-time, twelve-month, tenure-eligible assistant professor position in the Regular Title Series. The position has an expected distribution of effort (DOE) of approximately 60% instruction, 35% research, and 5% service through annual agreement with the Department Chair. The ant…
Post-Doctoral Scholar
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7H025:CANCER CENTER-CORE SUPPORT
05/17/2026
The Markey Cancer Center is recruiting a Postdoctoral Scholar to work with the principal investigator to develop and implement research experiments. Conduct molecular and biochemical research, using cell signaling, flow cytometry, western blotting and immunohistochemistry techniques. Develop hypotheses and experimental plans for in vitro and in vivo models. Trouble shoot and customize experimen…
Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Behavioral Science
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7H150:BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE
The Department of Behavioral Science in the College of Medicine at the University of Kentucky is are seeking applicants for a tenure track, open rank Regular Title Series, full time (12 month) position. We seek individuals with a dynamic, productive research agenda that focuses on substance use/substance use disorder using behavioral science research methods. The Department of Behavioral Scienc…
Medicaid Portfolio Manager
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7P275:Public Health Analytics and Informatics
02/24/2026
The University of Kentucky, in collaboration with the Kentucky Department for Public Health, is seeking a Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Chronic Pillar Portfolio Manager to join the RHT leadership team. This position will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating a complex portfolio of RHT programs, services, and initiatives for the state. This position plays a critical role in ensuring…
Program Coordinator II
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8T110:College of Social Work
03/02/2026
Since 1938, College of Social Work (CoSW) has been a leader in higher education. Our mission is clear; Through rigorous research, excellence in instruction, and steadfast service, the CoSW works to improve the human condition. Always, in all ways.To assist in actualizing our mission, we seek candidates for the position of Program Coordinator II. The position’s job responsibilities are as follow…
Data Scientist I
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7P275:Public Health Analytics and Informatics
03/03/2026
The College of Public Health/Public Health Analytics and Informatics is seeking a Data Scientist I to support our data science and machine learning operations for grant-funded projects, including the Rapid Actionable Data for Opioid Response in KY (RADOR-KY) project, through data processing, model implementation, and infrastructure monitoring. This position will execute data extraction, cleanin…
Data Scientist II
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7P275:Public Health Analytics and Informatics
03/03/2026
The College of Public Health/Public Health Analytics and Informatics is seeking a Data Scientist II to design, develop, and deploy data science and machine learning solutions and assist in the implementation of data engineering infrastructure for public health analytics, including the Rapid Actionable Data for Opioid Response in KY (RADOR-KY) project. This position will build data science solut…
Student Research Assistant
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7H676:Pediatrics – Psychology
02/24/2026
The PATH (Pediatric Advancement Toward Health) Research Team’s mission is to promote health and wellness in children facing medical conditions and their families. Our team focuses on emotional health within medicine. We partner with Golisano Children’s Hospital at UK and UK Health Care outpatient pediatric clinics in the research we conduct with multiple projects running simultaneously. An exam…
Community Health Worker
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8G040:Kinesiology – Health Promotion
03/02/2026
Program: Building Bridges to Farmer Mental Health is a community-engaged initiative focused on strengthening mental health literacy, suicide prevention, and help-seeking pathways within agricultural and rural communities in Kentucky. The program emphasizes farm-community specific education, peer-led training, and local capacity building through Mental Health Advocates (MHAs), community partners…
Cancer Control Specialist III Regional
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7H023:KENTUCKY COMMUNITY CANCER PROG
02/24/2026
Kentucky Cancer Program (KCP) at the University of Kentucky, Markey Cancer Center is recruiting a Cancer Control Specialist III, Regional (RCCS III). The RCCS III will conduct planning and implementation of cancer prevention and screening education activities and services throughout counties located in the western-portion of the Bluegrass Area Development District (ADD): Franklin, Woodford, And…
STEPS Clinical Research Assistant
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7H150:BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE
03/02/2026
Busy Clinical Research operation is looking for a professional and responsible Clinical Research Assistant who will assist in performing all aspects of the research process using Good Clinical Practices. Job responsibilities include telephone screening, data entry, conducting subject interviews, conducting daily research sessions, assisting in the coordination of research studies, recruitment o…
Postdoctoral Scholar
DU14352
7H460:FAMILY AND COMMUNITY MEDICINE
03/31/2026
Dr. Mikhail Koffarnus, Professor and Vice Chair for Research in the Department of Family and Community Medicine at the University of Kentucky (UK) seeks a postdoctoral scholar to join the UK Appalachian Tobacco Regulatory Science Team (AppalTRUST). The overarching goal of the AppalTRUST Center is to examine tobacco use patterns and the potential impacts of FDA regulations across geographic regi…
FWS Spring 2026, Horticulture Undergraduate Research Assistant – Computational Genomics & Bioinformatics (Plant Breeding)
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1B531:Federal Work Study
05/15/2026
Support computational analysis of genomic and transcriptomic datasets for plant breeding and genetics projects.Run and troubleshoot workflows on UKY HPC resources (LCC/MCC) (job scheduling, file transfers, storage organization, best practices).Develop and maintain reproducible analysis pipelines (e.g., Bash, Python, R, workflow tools; version control with Git).Perform or assist with analyses su…
SCRC Research Room Assistant
DU14357
88000:LIBRARY ADMINISTRATION
03/04/2026
This position is with the Special Collections Research Center located in the Margaret I. King Library Building. The student assistant will serve with Research Services:1. Retrieve and return materials from storage areas following all tracking procedures and security protocols;2. Handling of rare and special materials;3. Assist with scanning orders and digitization requests by scanning and file …
Assistant Professor of Pharmacology
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7H700:Dept of Pharmacology & Nutritional Scien
The Department of Pharmacology and Nutritional Sciences at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor as part of a major expansion in biomedical research. We seek an outstanding early-career investigator with the creativity and drive to build an innovative, independent research program within a highl…
Data Management Specialist Sr
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7P275:Public Health Analytics and Informatics
02/27/2026
The College of Public Health/Public Health Analytics and Informatics is seeking a Data Management Specialist Sr to join our team developing applications for multiple research projects, including the Rapid Actionable Data for Opioid Response in Kentucky (RADOR-KY) system. Our ideal candidate must be innovative, detail-oriented, and motivated to solve challenges.This grant funded Data Management …
MLOps Engineer Lead/UKHC
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H3997:EVPHA Information Technology
03/01/2026
Responsible for leading enterprise-wide machine learning operations strategy and execution. Provides expert-level oversight of deployment platforms, monitoring systems, and operational standards for AI initiatives. Ensures scalability, governance, and resilience of ML pipelines across clinical, research, and business applications. Develops organizational best practices, influences technology ro…
Data Quality Specialist
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7P275:Public Health Analytics and Informatics
02/27/2026
The College of Public Health\Public Health Analytics and Informatics is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist to join our team working on grant-funded projects, including the Rapid Actionable Data for Opioid Response in KY project. The QA Tester will test SQL programs, dashboards, and R scripts to ensure the accuracy, reliability, and efficiency of data solutions. This rol…
Data Management Specialist
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7P275:Public Health Analytics and Informatics
02/27/2026
The College of Public Health/Public Health Analytics and Informatics is seeking Data Management Specialist to join our team developing applications for multiple research projects, including the Rapid Actionable Data for Opioid Response in Kentucky (RADOR-KY) system.We are seeking a Data Management Specialist to support our data management operations through SQL-based data engineering, quality c…
Application Programmer Analyst I
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7P275:Public Health Analytics and Informatics
02/27/2026
The College of Public Health/Public Health Analytics and Informatics is seeking an Application Programmer Analyst I to join our team developing applications for multiple research projects, including the Rapid Actionable Data for Opioid Response in Kentucky (RADOR-KY) system. Our ideal candidate must be innovative, detail-oriented, and motivated to solve challenges. In this role you will:• Have …
Laboratory Scientist/Certified/UKHC
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H3200:Laboratory Services
02/22/2026
The Laboratory Scientist Certified will be primarily responsible for specimen processing, specimen triage, order processing, rapid and stat testing, gram staining and reporting positive blood cultures, performing multiplex and routine molecular assay, media QC and monitor/stock supplies, and reporting routine and specialty cultures.The Laboratory provides services to all aspects of this Level I…
Post-doctoral Scholar
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7H045: Barnstable Brown Diabetes Center
12/31/2026
The Emfinger lab in the Barnstable Brown Diabetes Center explores factors that drive diabetes risk by altering insulin secretion and action, focusing on ways in which these factors interact. Projects use machine learning methods and omics data to nominate candidate drivers of islet responses, identify potential conditional dependencies between them, and validate them using wet-lab experiments i…
College Staff Officer
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7H000:COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
02/22/2026
The Senior Administrative Operations Coordinator provides high-level operational, project, and program coordination for the College of Medicine Office of Research and its team. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Research Administration, this role provides senior-level administrative oversight of office operations ensuring the effective planning, execution, and monitoring of high-impact initiat…
Scientist III
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7H051:Cardiovascular Research Center
02/19/2026
The Saha Cardiovascular Research Center has an opening for a high-level and extremely knowledgeable scientist to investigate vascular diseases.Highly technical procedures and techniques involving cell culture, molecular biology, animal studies, and genomics of mouse physiology will be necessary to complete project aims.This position requires experimental design, preparing samples and train/over…
Research Regulatory Specialist III
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7H024:MCC – CLINICAL RESEARCH ORG
02/19/2026
The Markey Cancer Center, Clinical Research Org. (CRO) is seeking to hire a Research Regulatory Specialist III (RRS III). The RRS III accepts research responsibility with guidance from the Principal Investigator(s) and the Research Administration and Operations Director. The RRS III is responsible for obtaining and coordinating data and other required information needed to fulfill all the regul…
Student/Non-Workstudy
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7H750:PHYSIOLOGY
02/28/2026
The position will involve general laboratory work with both human and murine skin specimens. Experience in specific techniques including RT-PCR, protein immunoblotting, and cell culture is preferable. Specific training will be provided. Additionally, responsibilities may include clinical screening and assisting with human participants’ testing related to hot flashes (increases in skin blood flo…
GIS Analyst
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8E000:College of Arts & Sciences
03/12/2026
The College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY is seeking a GIS Analyst to serve as the GIS specialist for the Office of State Archaeology and Museum of Anthropology. The individual is responsible for maintaining and updating OSA’s archaeological databases and GIS. This will include both network and web-based components. This person will also enter new data into…
STEPS Research Laboratory Technician
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7H667:PEDIATRICS – RESEARCH
02/26/2026
Perform routine scientific tasks in a biomedical lab under close supervision or from detailed and controlled lab procedures. Assist in preparing and executing laboratory experiments, data collection, mouse colony breeding, genotyping (by DNA and RNA extraction and PCR and RTPCR), and analysis as assigned.
Research Regulatory Specialist II
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7H024:MCC – CLINICAL RESEARCH ORG
02/18/2026
The Markey Cancer Center, Clinical Research Organization, is recruiting for a Research Regulatory Specialist II (RRS II – Regulatory). This position accepts research responsibility with guidance from the Principal Investigator(s) and the Research Admin & Operations Director. The RRS II-Regulatory is responsible for obtaining and coordinating data and other required information needed to ful…
Deputy State Epidemiologist
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7P410:PUBLIC HEALTH – RESEARCH
02/21/2026
The Deputy State Epidemiologist in the Division of Epidemiology and Health Planning: Oversees programmatic operations of the division and provides direct supervision to staff Provides technical management assistance to all functions, programs, and staff within the division Provides supervision and direction to the branch managers and other staff Serves as liaison and coordinative representative…
Administrative Services Asst Senior
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81B00:KY Tobacco Research & Dev Ctr
02/18/2026
The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture Food and Environment, Kentucky Tobacco Research Development Center (KTRDC) seeks a candidate withstrong management and organizational skills to serve as the Budget Officer.KTRDC central mission is to utilize plant-based technologies to benefit Kentucky agriculture. The Budget Officer is a valuable member. The Budget Offices helps to ensure the success of…
Graduate Research Assistant
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7H075:Center for Health Engagement and Transformation
03/31/2026
Qualified student applicants will work on two separate research projects: the AppalTRUST Regulatory Science Team study (AppalTRUST) and the Center for Rapid Surveillance of Tobacco (CRST). Work will include:Assisting with recruitment and follow-up protocols for the Appalachian Research Science Team by making follow-up phone calls and sending email/texts to potential participants and enrolling e…
Graduate Research Assistant
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7H075:Center for Health Engagement and Transformation
03/31/2026
Qualified graduate student applicant will:Assist with manuscripts, presentations, reports and other study productsAssist with recruitments protocols by making follow-up phone calls and emails to potential participants and enrolling participants in the AppalTRUST study.Assist with tracking AppalTRUST study participants for the duration of their time in the study.Assist with trouble-shooting tech…
Philanthropy Ofcr Assoc Sr/Major Gifts
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8H050:Engineering Alumni – Development
03/06/2026
The University of Kentucky Pigman College of Engineering seeks a Senior Associate Philanthropy Officer to build and advance major gift partnerships that accelerate the College’s priorities. As part of the UK Office of Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement (PAE), this role manages a portfolio of approximately 100–125 donors and prospects with an estimated giving capacity of $25,000+, maintains a …
STEPS Animal Care Associate
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40832:Laboratory Animal Resources
02/28/2026
The Division of Laboratory Animal Research seeks motivated individuals for an Animal Care Associate STEPS position. After 6 months of satisfactory performance and training you may also be eligible for a full-time University of Kentucky staff position or continue as a STEP’s employee. After 12 months you have the potential to become certified as an Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician through …
Contract Specialist
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40420:Office of Technology Commercialization
03/12/2026
UK Innovate’s Technology Commercialization team at the University of Kentucky conducts its commercialization activities to create a partnership culture that is focused on strong relations with our stakeholders, transparency and customer service.The Contracts Manager will report to the Sr. Associate Director for Contracts and work collaboratively with other team members to draft, negotiate and m…
Postdoctoral Scholar
DU14347
7H075:Center for Health Engagement and Transformation
03/31/2026
Dr. Shyanika Rose, Associate Professor of Behavioral Science in the College of Medicine and Acting Director, Center for Health, Engagement, and Transformation at the University of Kentucky (UK) seeks a postdoctoral scholar to join the UK Appalachian Tobacco Regulatory Science Team (AppalTRUST). The overarching goal of the AppalTRUST Center is to examine tobacco use patterns and the potential im…
Development Assistant IV
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14000:Office Of Development
03/08/2026
UK Office of Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement is seeking an Associate Director of Prospect Research for our UK Healthcare Philanthropy team. The Assoc. Dir. of Prospect Research for UK HealthCare Philanthropy plays a central role in strengthening fundraising outcomes by powering the team with trusted data, actionable insights, and high-quality prospect intelligence. This position imagines, …
FWS Spring 2026, Undergraduate Research Assistant in Horiculture
DU14354
1B531:Federal Work Study
05/15/2026
Responsibilities:Assist in the collection and preparation of plant tissues for DNA extraction and metabolite quantification.Perform DNA extractions and support genotyping and molecular characterization experiments.Perform metabolite quantification and profiling of the fruit tissues.Support data entry, organization, and preliminary analysis of experimental data.Contribute to laboratory and field…
Philanthropy Officer Senior-Major Gifts
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14000:Office Of Philanthropy
03/01/2026
The University of Kentucky’s Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (PAE) is seeking a Director of Philanthropy – Internal Medicine, a frontline fundraiser who will play a pivotal role in advancing one of the nation’s leading academic health systems. This position offers the opportunity to make a measurable impact on patient care, medical research, and education by securing major philanth…
Executive Director KNEDA
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40550:Ctr For Applied Energy Res
03/13/2026
The Kentucky Nuclear Energy Development Authority (KNEDA) serves as the nonregulatory, trusted state government agency on nuclear energy issues and development in the Commonwealth. The authority is statutorily tasked to support and facilitate the development of the nuclear energy ecosystem across the Commonwealth in a collaborative manner to enhance the Commonwealth’s economy, offer energy prod…
UK Innovate Fellow
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40420:Office of Technology Commercialization
03/07/2026
Essential Functions:The UK Innovate Fellow will report to the Technology Development Program Director, UK HealthCare Innovation as a dedicated resource supporting Opportunity and Start Up pipelines.Duties and Responsibilities:· 50% Technology Development: Drive the prototyping and early‑stage development of new technologies and concepts aligned with UK Health Care Innovation opportunities. Tran…
Laboratory Technician
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7H180:Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry
03/04/2026
A technician position to study the molecular causes and possible therapies of Alzheimer’s disease is available in the Stamm lab in the Department of Biochemistry at the University of Kentucky (www.stamms-lab.net).The position is ideal for a gap-year student seeking more experience prior to applying to graduate or medical school. Numerous previous students from our lab entered graduate or medica…
Postdoctoral Scholar
DU14334
7H075:Center for Health Engagement and Transformation
02/18/2026
This position will be held within the Moore Lab at the Center for Health, Engagement, and Transformation. The postdoc applying for this position should have an advanced understanding of population science statistics and the ability to independently conduct statistical analysis on large health-related datasets.This position will be funded for one year, with the opportunity to apply for extramura…
Postdoctoral Scholar
DU14343
7H700:Dept of Pharmacology & Nutritional Scien
02/20/2026
This is a post-doctoral position in the lab of Dr. Cassandra Gipson-Reichardt in the area of neurobiology of substance use. Projects include (but are not limited to) studying neurobehavioral mechanisms of xylazine and fentanyl co-use, nicotine use and neurobiology, and neuroinflammatory mechanisms underlying glutamate plasticity in nicotine addiction. Techniques include self-administration, con…
Infectious Diseases Physician Scientist
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7H361:INTERNAL MEDICINE & DIVISIONS – INFECTIO
The University of Kentucky College of Medicine Division of Infectious Diseases in the Department of Internal Medicine is currently seeking exceptional tenure-track, regular title series faculty candidates to lead independent research programs in the field of Infectious Diseases.The practice location will be at the flagship academic health center at Chandler Hospital, the Good Samaritan Hospital…
Psychologist Staff II/UKHC
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H1100: ESH Psychosocial Services
02/19/2026
The ESH Staff Psychologist provides group and individual psychotherapy interventions, psychological evaluations, crisis intervention, consultation, and education to patients with mental illness in a recovery-based inpatient setting. Also provides graduate student supervision and participates in hospital education and various committees. Is an active member of a multidisciplinary team. There are…
Physician – Pediatric Radiologist
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7H300:RADIOLOGY
The University of Kentucky College of Medicine Department of Radiology is a strong, multidisciplinary team that is dedicated to advancing Kentucky health care together through world-class clinical care, innovation and research, and educating the next generation of physicians. Our department encompasses more than 60 faculty members and more than 500 staff.The Department of Radiology is home to n…
Clinical Research Coordinator II
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7H503:OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY – MATERNAL FETAL
02/18/2026
The Division of Maternal–Fetal Medicine seeks a highly skilled clinical research professional responsible for supporting, coordinating, and executing complex perinatal research activities across the full clinical research lifecycle. This role requires advanced knowledge of scientific concepts and research design, ethical and participant-safety considerations, investigational product development…
Post-Doctoral Scholar
DU13944
7H676:Pediatrics – Psychology
03/31/2026
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…
Physician – Neuro-Ophthalmologist
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7H852:NEUROLOGY
The Department of Neurology College of Medicine is recruiting for a faculty member with training in Neuro-Ophthalmology Medicine to support the Department. This position will allow for the provision of outpatient therapeutic services and inpatient coverage. The faculty member in this position will report to the Chairman of the Department of Neurology.The primary responsibilities for this positi…
College Philanthropy Officer Senior
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81016:Office of Philanthropy and Alumni
03/06/2026
The University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is seeking a College Philanthropy Officer who will play a pivotal role in advancing the land-grant mission. Under the direction of the Senior Director, the Philanthropy Officer will manage a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors, cultivating long-term relationships that lead to significant philanthropic…
Postdoctoral Scholar
DU14330
7H801:Center on Trauma and Children
03/01/2026
The Center for Trauma and Children (CTAC) is seeking to hire a postdoctoral scholar to conduct translational research on child maltreatment, child trauma, and other traumatic stress conditions. Additionally, this post-doctoral scholar will provide evidence-based assessments and trauma treatments to children, adolescents, and caregivers in CTAC’s Institute on Fostering Resilience and/or Child an…
Post-Doctoral Scholar
DU13941
7H051:Cardiovascular Research Center
12/31/2026
The Saha CVRC is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar who will be working in Dr. Congqing Wu’s lab. The Wu lab is focused on how the immune system defends—and sometimes harms—the body. We investigate how inflammasome-activated pyroptosis releases tissue factor positive microvesicles that trigger coagulation and drive pathology in infection and sterile inflammation using in vivo models. Our recent wor…
Student – Law Clerk
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3J5SE: Student Employment
03/03/2026
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.A Law Clerk provides legal and administrative support to attorneys, judges, or legal departments by conducting research, drafting legal documents, and assisting with case preparation. This role is often filled by law students or recent la…
Student -Office Assistant
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3J5SE: Student Employment
03/03/2026
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.Lexington Parks and Recreation Aquatics division is in search of a Summer Office Assistant. The Office Assistant maintains electronic and paper files in accordance with LFUCG’s records retention schedule. Answers screens, or dispatches ca…
Senior Energy Analyst/CAER
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40550:Ctr For Applied Energy Res
03/04/2026
The Kentucky Energy Planning and Inventory Commission (EPIC) is an independent state commission established by KRS 164.2807 to provide analysis of Kentucky’s energy adequacy and reliability. EPIC operates independently in its policy analysis, decision-making, and recommendations to the Kentucky General Assembly. The commission is administratively attached to the University of Kentucky’s Center …
Postdoctoral Scholar
DU14327
7H357:INTERNAL MEDICINE & DIVISIONS – ENDOCRIN
03/01/2026
The Department of Internal Medicine is seeking a postdoctoral scholar in Dr. Ila Mishra’s laboratory. We are seeking a motivated and talented scientist to investigate the roles of adipokine asprosin in metabolic syndrome.The successful candidate will work with Dr. Mishra to explore the role of asprosin in metabolic disorders. Responsibilities include designing and conducting experiments within …
Student Summer Position FT – Plant and Soil Sciences Princeton
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81060:PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCES
02/23/2026
This is a summer position. Duties would include tobacco plot establishment (transplanting), plot maintenance (weeding, topping, sucker control), crop scouting, bloom evaluation, insect and disease evaluation, data collection and data entry, assistance in preparation of tobacco plot tours and farm visits, establishment of on-farm research trials. Housing Included.
Lecturer in Broadcast Journalism
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8M100: School Of Journalism and Media
Lecturer Position in Broadcast JournalismUniversity of KentuckySCHOOL OF JOURNALISM AND MEDIACollege of Communication and InformationJob SummaryThe School of Journalism and Media in the College of Communication and Information seeks outstanding applicants for Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Broadcast Journalism. The successful candidate will teach courses in broadcast journalism and lead, teach,…
CSA Farm Technician
DU14314
81110:Horticulture
12/31/9999
As a crew member on the Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) project at the Horticulture Research Farm, you will be practicing sustainable agriculture in the context of a diversified, certified organic vegetable operation on 10 acres. This project engages with our community food systems in central Kentucky, and advances CSA as part of health & wellness initiatives.CSA Farm Techs assist in …
Service Core Director
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40836:Mass Spectrometry Service Center
02/22/2026
The Mass Spectrometry Core Facility Director at the University of Kentucky provides strategic and scientific leadership guiding innovation, growth, and operational excellence. The role leads the development and implementation of novel analytical methodologies and emerging technologies to expand service offerings and maintain competitive positioning. The Mass Spectrometry Director represents the…
Physician – Pediatric Nephrologist
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7H664:PEDIATRICS – NEPHROLOGY
The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine seeks an accomplished academic physician to serve as Chief of the Division of Pediatric Nephrology. This leadership position is essential to advancing the clinical, educational, research, and service missions of the Division, Department, College of Medicine, Golisano Children’s at UK, and UK HealthCare.This will be a…
Assistant or Associate Professor in Applied Mathematics
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8E080:Mathematics
The Department of Mathematics in the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY seeks to fill a tenure-eligible faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level with expertise in the field of Applied Mathematics. We look for candidates with research interests in Applied Mathematics broadly defined to include Machine Learning/AI and Partial Differ…
AFS Student Worker
DU10184
81070:ANIMAL AND FOOD SCIENCES
12/31/2026
This is typically a pre-hire position.Work on farm units. Duties will vary and may include, but not limited to, cleaning stalls, barns, facilities; feed and handle animals; operate equipment; assist with research projects. Supervisors will discuss each unit’s specific needs and job duties.Most positions are located off campus at the farms (Beef, Dairy, Equine, Poultry, Sheep, Swine, Feed Mill);…
FWS Spring 2026, Kinesiology Tobacco Prevention Research Position
DU14322
1B531:Federal Work Study
04/06/2026
Key Responsibilities:Analyze and interpret program data to inform research outcomes.Draft and edit manuscripts, papers, and abstracts for submission to conferences and peer-reviewed publications.Contribute to the dissemination of research findings through presentations and other scholarly channels.Assist with program improvement initiatives by identifying trends and insights from data analysis….
Academic Administrative Coordinator
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40100:VP of Research
02/26/2026
The University of Kentucky (UK) Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) is seeking a Director for the Office of Postdoctoral Research, Innovation, Scholarship, and Mentorship (PRISM). PRISM is dedicated to empowering the next generation of researchers, innovators, scholars and mentors by enhancing the postdoctoral experience and offering programming to prepare postdoctoral scholars and…
Health Education Coordinator
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7H025:CANCER CENTER-CORE SUPPORT
02/23/2026
The Markey Cancer Center is recruiting a Health Education Coordinator (aka Health Communications Manager) who will be part of the Community Impact Office. This position is responsible for developing and disseminating health communication campaigns and materials aimed at promoting behavior change and raising awareness about cancer research via a variety of communication channels. Responsibilitie…
Academic Dermatologist
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7H350:INTERNAL MEDICINE
The Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine invites applications for a full-time Academic Dermatologist to join the Division of Dermatology. The ideal candidate will be board-certified or board-eligible in dermatology and have demonstrated excellence in clinical care, dermatopathology, medical education, and scholarly activity. This position includes op…
Lecturer in Electrical and Computer Engineering
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8H400:Electrical and Computer Engineering
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Kentucky invites applications for the position of Lecturer/Senior Lecturer. This is a non-tenure-eligible 9-month faculty position with duties oriented primarily towards undergraduate instruction in the electrical and computer engineering programs. The typical teaching load for this position will be 3 courses per semeste…
IIT Protocol Development Project Coordinator
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7H024:MCC – CLINICAL RESEARCH ORG
02/22/2026
The Markey Cancer Center is seeking an experienced and driven IIT Protocol Development Project Coordinator (Senior Project Manager) to play a pivotal role in advancing investigator-initiated interventional cancer clinical trials. This is an exciting opportunity for professionals with backgrounds in clinical trials, oncology research, project management, or clinical research operations who want …
Director of the Center on Drug and Alcohol Research
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7H000:COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
The OpportunityThe University of Kentucky College of Medicine seeks a visionary director with a proven track record of scholarly achievement, particularly in advancing research related to the use of drugs and/or alcohol to lead its dynamic Center on Drug and Alcohol Research (CDAR). Exceptional accomplishments as a researcher and academic are necessary, as the director’s duties will include con…
Undergraduate Researcher
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81080:ENTOMOLOGY
05/31/2026
The employee, will be responsible for the development and execution of agricultural field research, including managing vegetable rotations and protection systems, conducting field sampling of crop productivity, pest, disease, weed, and weather logger monitoring. Field work will require long hours in the hot humid summer conditions
Temporary Technician
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81080:ENTOMOLOGY
05/31/2026
The employee, will be responsible for the development and execution of agricultural field research, including managing vegetable rotations and protection systems, conducting field sampling of crop productivity, pest, disease, weed, and weather logger monitoring. Field work will require long hours in the hot humid summer conditions.
Research Faculty
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7H460:FAMILY AND COMMUNITY MEDICINE
The Department of Family & Community Medicine at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine is seeking distinguished research faculty for a tenure track or tenured, 12-month position. The successful candidate will be offered an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, productive research agenda that aims to make an impact in cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and obesity, substance…
AVP Total Rewards
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3J510:Human Resources Administration
02/28/2026
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITYThe University of Kentucky (UK) is seeking a strategic, forward-thinking, and collaborative leader to serve as the Associate Vice President (AVP) of Total Rewards. Reporting to the Vice President for Human Resources, the AVP will serve as the strategic architect of the university’s total rewards philosophy, guiding the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of i…
Faculty/Instructional Consultant
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89001:Faculty Advancement
03/04/2026
The Center for the Enhancement of Learning and Teaching (CELT) at the University of Kentucky seeks to hire a Faculty/Instructional Consultant who will support the development of effective, engaging, and innovative teaching and learning environments.The applicant should have experience teaching in higher education, as well as working with faculty and/or other instructors to integrate teaching st…
Student Position FT – Plant and Soil Sciences
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81060:PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCES
05/10/2026
SUMMER WORK – SMALL GRAINS BREEDING AND GENETICSWork opportunities for undergraduates who are interested in plant breeding & genetics are available in the Brzozowski Lab! We work on plant breeding and genetics for sustainable production of small grains in Kentucky. We work with wheat, oats, rye and intermediate wheatgrass. Full time hourly work – Summer 2026 (approx. May 13 – Aug 12). Come …
Assistant Research Professor
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81120:PLANT PATHOLOGY
This is a full-time, twelve-month, non-tenure-eligible position in the Research Title Series with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026. The anticipated distribution of effort is 95% research and 5% service. Our new colleague will lead research that integrates laboratory and field work to address plant pathology problems through a multidisciplinary approach. The successful candidate will de…
