Job Title Assistant Professor in Behavioral Science
Requisition Number FE04574
Working Title
Department Name 7H150:BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE
Work Location Lexington, KY
Type of Position Faculty
Position Time Status Full-Time
Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track
Required Education
PhD
Required Related Experience
N/A
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Job Summary
The University of Kentucky College of Medicine is seeking an Assistant Professor in Behavioral Science. The primary responsibilities of the individual in this Research Title Series position will be to execute the duties of principal investigator on a federally-funded research project/career development award and to collaborate on related research projects with UK students, staff and faculty. This will include (but not limited to) preparing, maintaining, and overseeing research protocols in compliance with both UK and federally mandated regulations for NIH funded projects. Responsibilities will also include training personnel on experimental design, procedures, and interpretation of data, as well as maintaining standard operating procedures. Front-line data collection duties may also be required.
The individual in this position is expected to write and submit grant proposals to seek intramural and/or extramural funding. Manuscript development and conference submissions are also expected. The individual is also expected to contribute to collaborating faculty grant proposals/submissions as appropriate. No regularly scheduled teaching activities will be assigned.
Along with application, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae and Cover Letter. Applications will be reviewed immediately, and the positions will remain open until filled.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Research productivity and excellence, collaborative orientation.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
PhD
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled Yes
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