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University of Kentucky

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Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleAssistant, Associate, or Professor in Athletic Training and Clinical NutritionRequisition NumberFE04754Working TitleDepartment Name7N610:Athletic Training and Clinical NutritionWork LocationLexington, KYType of PositionFacultyPosition Time Status Full-TimeTenure Track StatusNon-Tenure TrackRequired EducationDoctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in biomedical science, physiology, or other related fieldRequired Related Experience

• At least two years' postdoctoral research experience.
• Experience with rodent microsurgical techniques.
• Expertise in muscle mitochondrial assays.
• Experience with skeletal muscle morphological and molecular analysis.
• Prior experience analyzing and interpreting large data sets.
• Proficiency in primary cell culture techniques.
• Strong effective verbal and written communication skills.

Required License/Registration/CertificationN/AJob SummaryNon-tenure-eligible Faculty Position in the Department of Athletic Training and Clinical Nutrition

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 January 1, 2026.

The College of Health Sciences, Department of Athletic Training and Clinical Nutrition is seeking a motivated individual that can contribute to ongoing funded clinical and pre-clinical trials investigating muscle recovery following musculoskeletal injury as well as muscle quality during aging and chronic illness. This effort includes a strong research agenda that incorporates a multidisciplinary approach that is dedicated to enhancing physical function with an emphasis on muscle quality, muscle progenitor cell cross-talk and genetic and pharmacological strategies. The primary obligations of this position are to National Institutes of Health-funded trials including data collection, sample analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparation.

The successful candidate for this position must have a doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in biomedical science, physiology, or other related field with at least two years' postdoctoral research experience. Additionally, the candidate should have experience with rodent microsurgical techniques, expertise in muscle mitochondrial assays, experience with skeletal muscle morphological and molecular analysis, prior experience analyzing and interpreting large data sets, proficiency in primary cell culture techniques, with strong effective verbal and written communication skills. 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 Center for Muscle Biology. This position will be a 12-month appointment with the option to renew contingent upon review and grant funding. The anticipated effort for this position is 98% Research/Scholarship and 2% Service.

The University of Kentucky and College of Health Sciences are dedicated to creating an environment where students, faculty and staff collaborate openly and treat one another with respect. We bring together many people into one community as we work toward our shared goal of advancing Kentucky through education, research, service and care.

Candidates should apply online with a curriculum vita and cover letter. Questions should be directed to the search committee chair, Christopher Fry, Ph.D., College of Health Sciences, Department of Athletic Training and Clinical Nutrition, Wethington Building, Room 210A, 900 S Limestone, Lexington, KY 40536-0200, at phone (859) 562-2522 or email, christopher.fry@uky.edu.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. 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). Additional information describing the Center for Muscle Biology is located at https://www.uky.edu/chs/center-for-muscle-biology.

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 employees' 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: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/our-benefits.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to Apply12/11/2025Open 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 laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status or whether the person is a smoker or nonsmoker, as long as the person complies with University regulation concerning smoking.

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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1. Curriculum Vita
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