What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Facility Manager position at Inside Higher Ed?
Job Title
Research Facility Manager
Requisition Number
RE54156
Department Name
8H700:Mechanical Engineering
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
45
Salary Range
$47,278-78,000/year
Type Of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
MS
Click here for more information about equivalencies::
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
M-F days
Job Summary
This position supports the hands-on portions of instruction in the Department with a focus on the aerospace engineering laboratories and hands-on/experiential learning. However, the position also includes support for the mechanical engineering curriculum. This includes being responsible for maintenance of undergraduate experimental labs; training teaching assistants for these labs; assisting students in the lab sections; and coordination with the faculty instructors. The position will maintain the hardware and software for these undergraduate labs. This position will also assist with capstone design projects as needed. Engineering licensure or work toward completing engineering licensure is desired. Direct supervision of teaching assistants is needed.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Preference for degree in Engineering
Deadline To Apply
05/14/2026
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.
Research Facility Manager
Requisition Number
RE54156
Department Name
8H700:Mechanical Engineering
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
45
Salary Range
$47,278-78,000/year
Type Of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
MS
Click here for more information about equivalencies::
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
- Sitting for long periods of time.- Standing for extended periods of time .
- Lifting, pushing, or pulling objects up to 50 lbs.
M-F days
Job Summary
This position supports the hands-on portions of instruction in the Department with a focus on the aerospace engineering laboratories and hands-on/experiential learning. However, the position also includes support for the mechanical engineering curriculum. This includes being responsible for maintenance of undergraduate experimental labs; training teaching assistants for these labs; assisting students in the lab sections; and coordination with the faculty instructors. The position will maintain the hardware and software for these undergraduate labs. This position will also assist with capstone design projects as needed. Engineering licensure or work toward completing engineering licensure is desired. Direct supervision of teaching assistants is needed.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Preference for degree in Engineering
Deadline To Apply
05/14/2026
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.
Salary : $47,278 - $78,000