Implementation Scientist

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive start-up package

Excellent benefits

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Lexington is seeking an Implementation Scientist for a tenure-track faculty position. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. and demonstrated research experience in implementation science, with a focus on cancer care. Responsibilities include engaging in community-level research and mentorship while contributing to a vibrant environment of interdisciplinary scholars. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent in Behavioral Sciences, Public Health, Social Sciences or related field.
• Demonstrated research experience in implementation science.
• Experience in cancer-related interests is desired.

Responsibilities

• Accelerate dissemination and implementation of evidence-based practices.
• Engage in research mentorship.
• Contribute to a vibrant scholarly environment.

Skills

Research experience in implementation science

Cancer care delivery training

Patient/community engagement

Health equity focus

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent in relevant field

Job description

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details

• Job Title: Implementation Scientist (Tenure track, Faculty)
• Requisition Number: FE04683
• Department: 7H025: CANCER CENTER-CORE SUPPORT within the College of Medicine
• Location: Lexington, KY
• Position Type: Full-Time (12 months)
• Tenure Track Status: Tenure Track

Required Education and Experience

Education: Ph.D. or equivalent in Behavioral Sciences, Public Health, Social Sciences, Communication, Health Services Research, Bioinformatics, Health Sciences, or related fields.

Experience: Demonstrated research experience in implementation science; cancer‑related interests that span prevention, screening, treatment, survivorship, or end‑of‑life care; training in cancer care delivery, patient/community engagement, and/or health equity is strongly desired.

Job Summary and Expectations

We seek an Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor to join the Markey Cancer Center and the Department of Behavioral Science in the College of Medicine at the University of Kentucky. The successful candidate will be a seasoned implementation scientist with a dynamic, productive research portfolio and active extramural grant support, aiming to accelerate the dissemination and implementation of evidence‑based practices in real‑world settings to reduce the burden of cancer and health disparities.

The ideal candidate will have NIH‑funded research or strong potential for such funding; maintain a focus on community‑level factors that impact cancer vulnerability; engage in research mentorship; and contribute to a vibrant environment of scholars from behavioral sciences, public health, social sciences, communication, health services research, biomedical informatics, health sciences, nursing, medicine, nutrition, and related fields. Emphasis is on implementation science, patient and community engagement, quality of cancer care delivery, and health equity. All career stages are welcome. Attractive start‑up package, premium and contiguous space, and excellent benefits will be provided.

Application Materials

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter describing cancer research interests, teaching philosophy, and future research plans

Applications should be submitted online and will be reviewed by a faculty search committee as they arrive. The job postings will remain open until the positions are filled.

Additional Information

We value the well‑being of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn, and live. The University follows all applicable nondiscrimination laws and provides equal opportunities for all qualified persons. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings as mandated by the University of Kentucky Human Resources.