Assistant Professor, Tenure Track at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky

Job Description:

University of Kentucky

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

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Job Title	Assistant Professor, Tenure Track
Requisition Number	FE04268
Working Title
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
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
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. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. 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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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vita

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter

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