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Assistant Professor, Tenure Track

Inside Higher Ed
Lexington, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2026
Job Title

Assistant Professor, Tenure Track

Requisition Number

FE04268

Department Name

7H000:COLLEGE OF MEDICINE

Work Location:

Lexington, KY

Type Of Position

Faculty

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Tenure Track Status

Tenure Track

Required Education

PhD or equivalent

Required Related Experience

A minimum of 4 years or progressively independent experience in central nervous system metabolism research evident from publication or invention record. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Must be eligible to apply for NIH R21 or R01 grants.

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Job Summary

The College of Medicine is currently seeking a strong researcher with experience in central nervous system metabolism to fill a full-time tenure-track position supporting our brain metabolism CoBRE. Duties include providing scientific and technical leadership in the management, design, and conduct of basic preclinical in vitro and in vivo neuroscience experiments in CNS metabolism research; preparing research articles and grant proposals for publication and funding; and participating in teaching, career development, and unit/college service activities. Must be NIH ESI or NI eligible.

Please include your CV and Cover Letter along with your application. This position will remain open until the appropriate individual is recruited. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Ability to successfully perform independent research studies, establish and meet deadlines, and demonstrate professionalism in all interactions, maintaining a high standard of conduct and communication in alignment with organizational values and expectations

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :

No

Open Until Filled

Yes

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.

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