Assistant Professor in Behavioral Science

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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