Assistant Professor, College of Nursing

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Assistant Professor, College of Nursing

Lexington, KY

Full‑time Faculty, Tenure track position, Regular Title Series, 12‑month. Minimum start date:
July 1, 2026 (earlier start negotiable). On‑site position, based in Lexington, KY.

• PhD in nursing preferred, or PhD in an associated field with a master’s degree in nursing.
• Active Kentucky license as a registered nurse.

• Evidence of a beginning record of research and scholarship.
• Some teaching experience with adult students (graduate and/or undergraduate).
• Advising experience.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

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, rank of Assistant Professor. We seek candidates who use innovative approaches to address important and challenging problems in all aspects of nursing science. Research start‑up funds are negotiable for this Regular Title Series faculty position. The successful candidate will demonstrate evidence of grantsmanship and productivity in health‑related research, a commitment to education, and collaborative research and scholarship.

• Teach at the graduate and/or undergraduate levels.
• Actively participate in service to the university and the profession.
• Promote community among faculty, staff, trainees, and students.
• Maintain an established research career with an ambitious vision.

Employment at UK is subject to fund availability and comes with comprehensive rewards, focusing on your total well‑being and career development, with leadership striving to provide a strong work‑life integration. The university generously contributes to employees’ retirement plans, medical coverage, and life insurance. Optional benefits include dental and vision insurance, additional retirement plans, and more. For more information, see (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Final date to receive applications:
Open until filled.

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