Research Associate / Laboratory Manager

The American Association of Immunologists; Pikeville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pikeville seeks a full-time, nine-month Open-Rank Faculty member in Biomedical Science (Anatomy and Physiology) starting January 2027 to teach courses, advise students, and contribute to scholarly growth. The position emphasizes teaching excellence in a small university setting and collaboration within the Biomedical Science program.

Rank and salary will be based on qualifications; the College of Arts & Sciences supports Open Educational Resources and flexible delivery modes.

Qualifications

• Terminal graduate degree in biomedical science or related discipline is required.
• ABD status and those within one year of completing their degree will also be considered.
• Demonstrated experience teaching undergraduate biomedical science courses is strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Teach biomedical science courses at the undergraduate level, including Anatomy and Physiology I & II for majors and non-majors and Neurobiology.
• Advise students and provide service to the university community.
• Engage in scholarly growth and development and pursue undergraduate research with students.

Skills

Teaching biomedical science

Team collaboration

Education

Terminal graduate degree in biomedical science

ABD considered

Job description

The University of Pikeville (UPIKE) is seeking applicants for a full-time, nine-month, non-tenure-track Open-Rank Faculty position in Biomedical Science (Anatomy and Physiology), starting in January 2027. The position will focus on providing dynamic teaching and support for the University’s Biomedical Science program, as well as a commitment to the University’s mission as a school of opportunity. This faculty’s primary responsibility will be to teach biomedical science courses at all levels, with a focus on preparing students who intend to pursue study in a medical field. Applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching in a small university setting and possess the ability to work effectively with others in a collegial environment dedicated to student learning. Rank and salary will be based on qualifications.

An ideal applicant will have a background and interest in human anatomy and physiology and display a passion for teaching excellence. The position’s teaching responsibilities will include biomedical science courses for majors and non-majors, as well as courses to support our health sciences programs. Courses include Anatomy and Physiology I and II for both majors and non-majors, as well as Neurobiology and other courses appropriate to the candidate’s specific expertise. The position also requires advising students, providing service to the University community, assisting with departmental activities, and continuing scholarly growth and development. As part of scholarly growth and development, faculty are encouraged to engage in research projects with undergraduate students, and we ask that interested candidates submit a statement of research interest.

The University of Pikeville strives to serve students by making learning accessible and affordable. One of the University’s signature initiatives is Open Educational Resources, which provides no-cost course materials and alleviates the economic burden on students and their families. The College of Arts & Sciences offers flexible delivery modes, including face-to-face, hybrid, and online options for courses and programs. The College seeks candidates committed to the values of educational access, flexibility, innovative teaching, and active learning.

Education:

A terminal graduate degree in biomedical science or a related discipline is required. Applicants with ABD status and those within one year of completing their degree will also be considered.

Experience:

Demonstrated experience in teaching biomedical science courses at the undergraduate level is strongly desired.

Professionalism:

Ability to work effectively and professionally with students and faculty.