Assistant or Associate Professor, Regular Title Series

University of KentuckyEqual Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleAssistant or Associate Professor, Regular Title SeriesRequisition NumberFE04831Working TitleDepartment Name7P170:Dept of Epidemiology & Environ HealthWork LocationLexington, KYType of PositionFacultyPosition Time Status Full-TimeTenure Track StatusTenure TrackRequired EducationPhD, DrPH, or ScD in Epidemiology or Environmental Health or an equivalent, with a focus related to epidemiology and/or environmental health.Required Related Experience- Demonstrated ability in research, teaching, and service.- Ability to relate with internal and external constituencies of the University involved in related disciplines.- Interpersonal skills in communicating with a wide variety of professionals within and outside the University.- A deep understanding of public health and ability to mentor students.- Must possess organizational skills necessary for leading and managing public health-focused research and/or projects.Required License/Registration/CertificationNoneJob SummaryThe University of Kentucky invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor regular title series (tenure-track) position in the College of Public Health for a faculty member with expertise in research, teaching, and service in epidemiology and/or environmental health. Research activities of the faculty member are open to the specific focus of the candidate. Focus areas of particular interest include environmental epidemiology, cancer epidemiology, pharmacoepidemiology, substance use epidemiology, causal inference, and injury epidemiology. The selected candidate will teach and mentor students in the College of Public Health at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. This is a 12-month, full-time continuous appointment.The individual in this position will be expected to develop and/or continue their own area of research and engage in collaborative research with other faculty from departments and research centers within the College and University. Other responsibilities include educational advising to undergraduate and graduate students, as well as serving on masteru2019s and doctoral committees. This position will require working relationships with faculty in other departments within the College and University, medical residents, and students. The successful candidate will serve on appropriate committees and professional organizations on a regional or national level, along with appropriate College of Public Health, University and department committees.Specific Responsibilities1. The appointee will function as a full-time member of the Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health, College of Public Health.2. The appointee will have a primary appointment in the Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health, College of Public Health.3. The appointee will develop and maintain an active research program that focuses on determinants of disease or injury risk, outcomes, and public health.4. The appointee will teach at least one course annually and contribute to other courses in the College of Public Health for the undergraduate or graduate programs.5. The appointee will chair and serve as a member of graduate student committees6. The appointee will provide expertise and leadership for the department, college, university and greater community.FACULTY WORKLOADResearch/Scholarly Activity 60%Teaching and Advising 30%Service 5%Professional Development 5%QUALIFICATIONSIn addition to specific requirements for the faculty position listed above, the following requirements should be met:1. PhD, DrPH, or ScD in Epidemiology or Environmental Health or an equivalent, with a focus related to epidemiology and/or environmental health.2. Demonstrated ability in research, teaching, and service.3. Ability to relate with internal and external constituencies of the University involved in related disciplines.4. Interpersonal skills in communicating with a wide variety of professionals within and outside the University.5. A deep understanding of public health and ability to mentor students.6. Must possess organizational skills necessary for leading and managing public health-focused research and/or projects.Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent in Epidemiology or Environmental Health with a focus related to epidemiology and/or environmental health. Compensation will be competitive and aligned with the successful candidates experience and the responsibilities associated with this position.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 employeesu2019 retirement plans, medical coverage, and life insurance. In addition, UK offers optional benefits such as dental and vision insurance, additional retirement plans and much more. To learn more about these benefits, please visit: position will be posted until filled, with an intended start date of July 1, 2026. Please include a CV and cover letter along with application. The cover letter should include statements regarding the applicantu2019s research, teaching, and service experience. Inquiries may be directed to the search committee chair: Dr. Daniela Moga, / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? YesPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to Apply03/03/2026Open Until FilledNoOur University CommunityWe 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 lEqual employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilitiesApply Here:

Created: 2026-02-26