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Job Title Postdoctoral Scholar- Engineering Wellness Center Requisition Number DU13607 Department Name 8G030:Educational, School and Counseling Psych Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range $58,000 annual Type of Position Student Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education Earned doctorate degree in engineering education, psychology, or a related discipline. Required Related Experience Knowledge of quantitative and/or qualitative social science research methods is required. Required License/Registration/Certification N/A Physical Requirements Sitting for long periods of time, repetitive motion related to computer work, physical activity related to lab and fieldwork; including regular standing, walking, or sitting; using hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. Shift Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, weekends or evenings may be required by project work. Job Summary Position Information: The appointment will be for two years. Compensation will include competitive salary and benefits. More information on benefits can be found here: <a href="https://postdoc.uky.edu/current-postdocs/benefits" target="_blank">https://postdoc.uky.edu/current-postdocs/benefits</a> Responsibilities: The University of Kentucky’s Pigman College of Engineering seeks a postdoctoral scholar to support the establishment of an NSF-funded Engineering Wellness Center (EWC). The EWC is a collaborative initiative that integrates mental health and well-being into engineering education through research-informed programming, student support, and culture change efforts. Co-advised by Dr. Sarah Wilson (Chemical Engineering) and Dr. Joseph Hammer (Counseling Psychology), the scholar will lead research on the impact of wellness initiatives and help develop scalable interventions and training materials that promote student well-being across the college. The postdoctoral scholar will work onsite in Lexington, Kentucky and will directly engage with students through the Engineering Wellness Center. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Conduct original research on the impact of engineering wellness interventions using both quantitative and qualitative methods.</li><li>Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to co-create workshops and materials that enhance student well-being and belonging.</li><li>Translate findings into evidence-informed practices and contribute to scholarship through publications and presentations.</li><li>Support the integration of wellness strategies across engineering courses, co-curricular spaces, and campus systems.</li><li>Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to grant reporting and future funding proposals.</li></ul> Required Documents for Application Submission: Curriculum Vitae – A CV providing a comprehensive statement of your educational background and research experience must be attached before submitting your application. A .pdf file should be uploaded. References - Obtain two professional references to include with your application. The references should be combined into one file and uploaded as a .pdf file under “Specific Request 1” on the application document screen. Cover Letter - A 1-2 page cover letter that addresses: (1) Your research interests and how they align with the goals of the EWC (2) Relevant experience with student mental health, well-being, or systems-level change in education, (3) Your interest in interdisciplinary collaboration and working across fields such as engineering, counseling psychology, and higher education, (4) What you hope to gain from the postdoctoral experience and how it connects to your long-term goals. A .pdf file should be uploaded. Location: The University of Kentucky is situated in Lexington Kentucky, a vibrant and progressive, family-friendly city with a bustling entertainment scene conveniently situated in the inner bluegrass region of Kentucky just 80 miles from Louisville and Cincinnati and a short drive to the world-renowned Red River Gorge and Daniel Boone National Forest. Lexington airport is well connected with daily flights to several major hubs (Atlanta, Chicago, Detroit, Dallas, Houston, Washington, New York, Philadelphia) making travel to any national or international destination simple. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The candidate should also have excellent written and oral communication skills and social science skills. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Deadline to Apply 07/31/2025 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 &amp; 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.

Postdoctoral Scholar- Engineering Wellness Center

Job Title Student Non-Work Study - Tau Beta Pi Engineering Peer Tutor Requisition Number DU13260 Department Name 8H000:College of Engineering Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range $15.00/hour Type of Position Student Position Time Status Part-Time Required Education Qualified applicants will be UK Engineering students with junior or senior status in Fall 2025 Applicants should be in at least their fifth semester of their engineering curriculum. Preferred applicants will have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. (3.2 or higher considered) Priority will be given to Tau Beta Pi (Engineering honor society) members but other engineering students are strongly encouraged to apply. PLEASE NOTE: Only applications including a resume and transcript will be reviewed. Required Related Experience You must have taken the courses you wish to tutor at the University of Kentucky. Required License/Registration/Certification N/A Physical Requirements Sitting and standing for long periods of time. Shift Peer Tutors can expect to work between three and ten hours per week based on their availability and the needs of tutees. Peer Tutors’ schedules are determined at the beginning of each semester and will not change from week to week. Shifts will be between two and four hours long (again based on availability and student need) and will take place between 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM Sunday through Thursday. This position is for the Fall 2025 semester, and will begin in August 2025. Job Summary Peer Tutors assist fellow undergraduates in UK math, science, and engineering courses through Tau Beta Pi’s Peer Tutoring Program in the Elbert E. Ray eStudio. There are no appointments and tutoring is offered in small, informal groups. Peer Tutors help tutees fully understand concepts, complete assignments, and study for exams. Peer Tutors are responsible for greeting tutees and making them feel welcome and included, providing guidance in course content, and helping tutees hone study skills and strategies. Peer Tutors guide tutees to deeper understandings of course material and are never expected to give answers or replace course instructors. Peer Tutors receive extensive training in preparation for being effective peer tutors, so no prior tutoring experience is needed. Initial training will be provided. Because the Peer Tutor position is a professional position, it includes responsibilities beyond working regular shifts, including professional development sessions, and occasional team meetings. At time of posting, we anticipate tutoring will be offered in-person in the eStudio on the 3rd floor of the F. Paul Anderson Tower. (if campus health circumstances mandate otherwise, tutoring will be moved online). PLEASE NOTE: Only applications including a resume and transcript will be reviewed. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Applicants should enjoy helping others and sharing their experiences as students of engineering. Applicants should have outstanding oral communication skills and be professional and timely. A thorough working knowledge of engineering coursework is also required. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Membership in the engineering honor society, Tau Beta Pi, is preferred but not required. Deadline to Apply 09/30/2025 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 &amp; 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.

Student Non-Work Study - Tau Beta Pi Engineering Peer Tutor

Job Title Lecturer in Biomedical Engineering Requisition Number FE04327 Working Title Department Name 8H007:Biomedical Engineering Work Location Lexington, KY Type of Position Faculty Position Time Status Full-Time Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track Required Education Ph.D. degree in Biomedical Engineering (or a closely related field) Required Related Experience Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in Biomedical Engineering (or a closely related field). Although industrial experience is not required, applicants with significant industrial experience are encouraged to apply. Applicants should have strong written and oral communication skills and a commitment to excellence in undergraduate education. Required License/Registration/Certification n/a Job Summary The Department of F. Joseph Halcomb III, M.D. Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Kentucky invites applications for the position of Lecturer. This is a non-tenure-eligible 9-month faculty position in the Lecturer Title Series. Typical teaching loads for this position will be three courses per semester. Additional duties will be oriented primarily towards undergraduate instruction in the biomedical engineering department and may include providing support for instructional laboratories in the department. The position will be available beginning August 2025. At the time of application please provide a Cover Letter, CV, Teaching Statement (upload as Specific Request 1), and names and contact information for at least 3 professional references when prompted in the application. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Ph.D. degree in Biomedical Engineering (or a closely related field) 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 &amp; 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.

Lecturer in Biomedical Engineering

Job Title Assistant Professor in Computer Science/Engineering Requisition Number FE04305 Working Title Assistant Professor Department Name 8H040:Computer Science Work Location Lexington, KY Type of Position Faculty Position Time Status Full-Time Tenure Track Status Tenure Track Required Education PhD in computer science or closely related discipline. Required Related Experience Academic preparation appropriate to research area in computer science, ability to fulfill responsibilities of a faculty position in teaching, research, and services. Required License/Registration/Certification N/A Job Summary The Department of Computer Science at the University of Kentucky invites applications for a tenure-eligible, 9-month appointment (Regular Title Series) faculty position to begin August 2025. We seek excellent candidates in all areas, with specific needs in AI/machine learning, software engineering/HCI, theoretical computer science, data science/data mining, wireless networks, computer systems and security. A demonstrated ability to collaborate with diverse teams to address grand societal challenges is highly desirable. Successful candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate education and be qualified to teach a broad range of courses in Computer Science. All regular title series faculty are expected to have a mix of research, teaching, and service to be negotiated annually with the chair of the department. Tenure-eligible faculty are expected to build a strong research program in their chosen area and to be dedicated teachers, contributing to our instructional offerings at both undergraduate and graduate levels. The Department, housed within the College of Engineering, has 24 faculty members. We aim to be a diverse community of researchers and educators pursuing pioneering research in computer science as well as interdisciplinary research collaborations at the university and beyond; offering all students the highest quality instructional programs including Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD degrees in Computer Science, Master’s degree in Data Science, and Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD degrees in Computer Engineering; expanding our reach to marginalized and underrepresented students, and serving the professional, local, state and global communities. The degree programs in Computer Engineering are offered in collaboration with the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Department; the undergraduate programs in Computer Science and in Computer Engineering are ABET-accredited. The University of Kentucky is one of eight institutions in the United States with colleges of agriculture, arts and sciences, business, engineering, law, medicine, and pharmacy all on a single campus, making it uniquely suited for diverse interdisciplinary collaborations. Located in Lexington, one of the safest, most creative and well-educated cities in the nation, we offer an ideal setting in which to build a successful work-life balanced career. Lexington is the heart of the scenic Bluegrass Region, with many outdoor recreation opportunities and excellent public and private schools. To learn more about these benefits, please visit: <a href="https://www.uky.edu/hr/benefits" target="_blank">https://www.uky.edu/hr/benefits</a>. Applications are now being accepted. Review of submissions will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Candidates must have earned a PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field at the time employment begins Applicants should submit a cover letter, full curriculum vitae, research statement (upload under Specific Request 1), teaching statement (upload under Specific Request 2), and contact information for a minimum of three references when prompted in the application. Questions should be directed to HR/Employment by phone at 1-859-257-9555 (press 2) or email (<a href="mailto:ukjobs@email.uky.edu" target="_blank">ukjobs@email.uky.edu</a>), or to Diane Mier (<a href="mailto:diane.mier@uky.edu" target="_blank">diane.mier@uky.edu</a>) in the Computer Science Department. Upon offer of employment, successful applicants must undergo a national background check as required by University of Kentucky Human Resources. The University of Kentucky is an equal opportunity employer and especially encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities 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 &amp; 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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