Assistant Professor In Athletic Training & Clinical Nutrition

Assistant Professor in Athletic Training& Clinical Nutrition

FE03885

7N610:Athletic Training and Clinical Nutrition

Lexington, KY

Faculty

Full-Time

Non-Tenure Track

Ph.D. in sports medicine, rehabilitation, or a closely related field

Experience with research coordination

N/A

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 rank determined by qualifications, to begin employment on July 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 and associated funded clinical trials investigating the consequences of musculoskeletal injuries. This effort includes a strong research agenda that incorporates a multidisciplinary approach dedicated to injury prevention, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, and the connections between sensorimotor and neurocognitive deficiencies. The primary obligations of this position are to support Department of Defense funded clinical research, development of new projects in line with a research agenda, and student mentorship in alignment with the mission of the Sports Medicine Research Institute.
The person in this position must have a Ph.D. in sports medicine, rehabilitation, or a closely related field. Additionally, this person should have experience with remote research coordination, regulatory requirements associated with Department of Defense funded research, and expertise in data capture associated with sensorimotor, neurocognitive, and MRI measurement techniques specific to cortical function associate with musculoskeletal disorders. 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 option to renew contingent upon review and grant funding. The anticipated effort for this position is 95% Research/Scholarship and 5% Service.
Candidates should apply online 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.
IEBC (Internal Employee Being Considered).

No

• 5 or more years of instructional experience in higher education
• 3 or more years of clinical experience as a certified athletic trainer
• Familiarization with CAATE accreditation standards.

01/18/2024

No

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.
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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.