Assistant Professor In Athletic Training & Clinical Nutrition

Job Summary

The University of Kentucky, College of Health Sciences, Department of Athletic Training and Clinical Nutrition is seeking a full-time (12-months) non-tenure eligible, Research Title faculty member at the assistant professor rank, to begin employment on July/August 1, 2024.

The College of Health Sciences, Department of Athletic Training and Clinical Nutrition is seeking a motivated individual who can contribute to an ongoing research agenda of the Equestrian Athlete Research Initiative (EqA) in the Sports Medicine Research Institute (SMRI). Strong research and active community engagement efforts are expected with a multidisciplinary approach dedicated to the investigation of musculoskeletal injury, health, and performance of equestrian athletes. The primary obligations of this position are to current projects and objectives of EqA and development of new projects in line with a research agenda aligned with the mission of the SMRI.

The person in this position must have a Ph.D. in exercise science, sports medicine, rehabilitation, or a closely related field. Additionally, this person should have experience in leading community based, field, and laboratory research in equestrian athletes from a variety of discipline and activity levels including professional race riders and riders of all ages.

This person will be expected to assist in fulfilling the research objectives of the Department of Athletic Training and Clinical Nutrition, to collaborate with other departmental and college faculty, and to provide mentorship to other research personnel including students, graduate student researchers, postdocs, and staff of the Sports Medicine Research Institute. This position will be a 12-month appointment with the option to renew contingent upon review and funding. The anticipated effort for this position is 95% Research/Scholarship and 5% Service.

Candidates should apply online at https://ukjobs.uky.edu/postings/505536 with a curriculum vita and cover letter. Questions should be directed to the search committee chair, Nick Heebner, Ph.D., College of Health Sciences, Sports Medicine Research Institute, 720 Sports Center Drive, Lexington, KY 40536-0200, at phone (859) 323-9850 or email, nick.heebner@uky.edu.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Upon offer of employment, successful applicants must undergo a national background check and pre-employment drug screen as required by University of Kentucky Human Resources. Visit the University's website and see for yourself what makes UK the perfect place to work, which includes a comprehensive benefits package (www.uky.edu/HR/benefits).

Applicants must value the University of Kentucky's mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. The University of Kentucky and the College of Health Sciences are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all students, faculty, and staff operate in an environment of openness and acceptance.

By providing training, support, resources and mentoring, we strive to foster a community in which individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. In your cover letter, please describe the ways in which your past and current teaching, scholarship, mentorship, and/or community service have supported these values. Please also convey the ways in which your work will support the commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion articulated in the College's diversity and anti-racism statements: https://www.uky.edu/chs/inclusivity.

Further questions regarding equal employment opportunity (EEO) should be directed to Christa Jennings, HR & Faculty Administrator at clblac3@uky.edu. Additional information describing the Sports Medicine Research Institute is located at https://www.uky.edu/chs/smri. Questions can be directed to Dr. Nicholas Heebner (nick.heebner@uky.edu). Please include a CV and cover letter when applying to this position.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience

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Deadline to Apply 06/27/2024 Open Until Filled No University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome.

We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.