Lecturer, Health & Clinical Sciences

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: 11 days ago
Location: Lexington, KENTUCKY
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Job Title Lecturer, Health & Clinical Sciences
Requisition Number FE04080
Working Title
Department Name 7N630:Health and Clinical Sciences
Work Location Lexington, KY
Type of Position Faculty
Position Time Status Full-Time
Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track
Required Education
Earned master’s degree in health sciences or related areas. Related fields include, but are not limited to, public health, health psychology, health communication, health administration, business, public policy, public administration, social work, medical sociology, or medical anthropology.
Required Related Experience
N/A
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Job Summary
The Department of Health & Clinical Sciences, College of Health Sciences (CHS) at the University of Kentucky is currently accepting applications for a full-time 11-month lecturer (non-tenure eligible) faculty member to begin employment for Fall 2024 or Spring 2025. Primary duties for this position will include teaching in the Human Health Sciences and/or Clinical Leadership & Management undergraduate programs. We invite you to become part of a supportive community of dynamic and dedicated faculty focused on being national leaders in instruction, research/scholarship, and service to impact others positively.
The Human Health Sciences (HHS) & Clinical Leadership & Management (CLM) degrees are two of the three undergraduate degrees in the department. The HHS degree is a pre-professional program for students interested in healthcare careers. The HHS degree offers a liberal arts foundation designed to provide students with a comprehensive look at health care practices to complement a solid foundation in basic science. HHS graduates are prepared to pursue advanced professional degrees in healthcare, such as medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, occupational therapy, optometry, athletic training, medical research, and more. Students are also being prepared for careers in patient navigation, leadership, and other graduate studies. For more information about the HHS program, please visit: https://www.uky.edu/chs/human-health-sciences .
The Clinical Leadership & Management (CLM) degree is designed to prepare healthcare leaders and administrators to lead as communicators, thinkers & problem solvers, inquirers, and collaborators. The program teaches applied skills in courses ranging from leadership to finance to human resources, and culminates with a two-course practicum sequence where classroom skills are put into action. CLM graduates are prepared for careers in hospital/clinic operations, long-term care, patient experience, health nonprofits, and healthcare policy, as well as graduate study. For more information about the CLM program, please visit: https://www.uky.edu/chs/clinical-leadership-and-management .
The primary duties of this faculty position will include teaching undergraduate courses in the HHS & CLM programs. The faculty member will also participate in curriculum development, advising/mentoring students, student admission activities, and other activities as assigned by the Program Director or Department Chair. Additional duties include participating in service across the department, college, and university levels. The anticipated effort for this position is Instruction 75-85%, Research/Scholarship 0-5%, Service 5-10%, and Professional Development 1-2% and will be considered based on an annual agreement.
Required Qualifications:
  • Earned master’s degree in health sciences or related areas. Related fields include, but are not limited to, public health, health psychology, health communication, health administration, business, public policy, public administration, social work, medical sociology, or medical anthropology.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • 1-2 years instructional experience in health sciences-related coursework in post-secondary education (especially undergraduates)
  • Teaching experience in healthcare leadership, business communication, healthcare quality and safety, research in health sciences, data analytics, interpersonal management competencies, social determinants of health, and/or cultural humility.

We welcome candidates with interests in workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion. 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 and the College 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.
Candidates should apply online with a curriculum vitae and letter of interest. Applicants are also asked to submit an overview of their teaching experience, including their teaching philosophy, teaching evaluations (if available), and relevant examples of instructional materials. Questions should be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Katie Goldey by email at [email protected] . 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 ).
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to foster a community in which individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. Further questions regarding equal employment opportunity (EEO) should be directed to Christa Jennings, HR (Human Resources) & Faculty Administrator at [email protected] . 
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
  • 1-2 years instructional experience in health sciences-related coursework in post-secondary education (especially undergraduates)
  • Teaching experience in healthcare leadership, business communication, healthcare quality and safety, research in health sciences, data analytics, interpersonal management competencies, social determinants of health, and/or cultural humility.
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled Yes
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.

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