Professor - Biology jobs in Kentucky

Professor - Biology teaches courses in the discipline area of biology. Develops and designs curriculum plans to foster student learning, stimulate class discussions, and ensures student engagement. Being a Professor - Biology provides tutoring and academic counseling to students, maintains classes related records, and assesses student coursework. Collaborates and supports colleagues regarding research interests and co-curricular activities. Additionally, Professor - Biology typically reports to a department head. Requires a PhD or terminal degree appropriate to the field. Has considerable experience and is qualified to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels and initiates research and case studies in field of interest and may publish findings in trade journals or textbooks. Provides intellectual leadership and has made significant contributions to the field. May offer independent study opportunities and mentoring to students. Typically this individual is a leader in the field and has been published. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Assistant Professor of Computational Biology and/or Artificial Intelligence in Horticulture
  • Ag Jobs
  • Lexington, KY FULL_TIME
  • Posting Details

    Posting Details

    Job Title
    Assistant Professor of Computational Biology and/or Artificial Intelligence in Horticulture

    Requisition Number
    FE03830

    Working Title

    Department Name
    81110:Horticulture

    Work Location
    Lexington, KY

    Type of Position
    Faculty

    Position Time Status
    Full-Time

    Tenure Track Status
    Tenure Track

    Required Education

    A PhD in Horticulture, Plant Science, or Biology

    Required Related Experience

    Experience in Artificial Intelligence, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Statistics, Biostatistics, Data Science, or closely related field is required. The individual should demonstrate the ability to function as a team leader as well as within a team and to communicate effectively.

    Required License/Registration/Certification

    N/A

    Job Summary

    The Department of Horticulture (https://horticulture.ca.uky.edu) seeks to fill a 12-month, Regular Title Series, tenure eligible, Assistant Professor position. This position will involve all aspects of the land-grant mission and has an expected distribution of effort (DOE) of 80% Research, 15% teaching, and 5% service, a DOE that is subject to annual adjustment upon mutual agreement. The successful candidate will develop a high-quality research program in horticultural plant science with an emphasis on using pioneering approaches in computational biology, or artificial intelligence. The anticipated start date is July 2024, or as negotiated.

    The successful candidate will develop a nationally competitive and collaborative research program in computational Biology and/or Artificial Intelligence, at the forefront of the field of plant biology, with an emphasis on horticultural/specialty crops in an era of environmental change. This position has been designed to stand on the intersections between agriculture, data science/artificial intelligence and human health, as part of a nexus of faculty that support the health of Kentuckians through leading edge research that supports the production of nutritious foods and strengthens local food systems. The selected applicant would complement the department's growing expertise in food as health and should be able to create and analyze high-volume/high-resolution datasets from different sources, and to interact with current and future research programs focused on climate resilience, crop management, enhanced nutritional content, plant omics, marginal and controlled-environment horticulture, plant-microbe interactions, and human health.

    Successful candidates will exhibit a strong desire and commitment to quality teaching and student mentorship. Currently, the teaching component will involve being the lead instructor of a single course and making contributions to at least one additional course each year. Other responsibilities would include mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. The Department's Horticultural Science undergraduate program trains the next generation of plant scientists and specialty crop producers. Departmental faculty are also involved in two nationally recognized interdisciplinary undergraduate programs: Sustainable Agriculture and Community Food Systems and Agricultural and Medical Biotechnology. The Arboretum, State Botanical Garden of Kentucky is part of the campus with a mission to showcase Kentucky landscapes and serve as a resource center for environmental and horticultural education, research, and conservation.

    Qualifications: A PhD in Horticulture, Plant Science, or Biology with demonstrable skills related to Artificial Intelligence, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Statistics, Biostatistics, Data Science, or closely related field is required. The individual should demonstrate the ability to function as a team leader as well as within a team and to communicate effectively.

    Location: University of Kentucky, Lexington Campus, Lexington, Kentucky with travel as needed.

    Salary and Fringe Benefits: Salary is open and competitive. The faculty member is eligible for a generous benefits package with diverse rewards, focusing on employee total well-being. Benefit options include health, dental, and vision insurance. Employees receive term life insurance equal to their annual salary and may purchase additional amounts at favorable group rates. In the University retirement plan, the individual contribution of 5% of salary is matched by a 10% contribution by the university, with a 3-year vesting period. The university offers a variety of wellness and well-being programs. Additional information and updates to benefits can be found at: https://hr.uky.edu/insurance-and-retirement/health-insurance-and-benefits.

    Application: Screening of applications will begin on February 1, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. Please use the University of Kentucky's electronic application process to apply. The application should include a letter of interest that outlines the candidate's approach to the position's qualifications, responsibilities, and vision for innovative and impactful extension and instructional program that address existing and emerging issues for a diverse and inclusive community, followed by a career curriculum vita, and conclude with the name, address, email, and phone number for three references.

    Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

    Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
    No

    Preferred Education/Experience

    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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PROFESSOR
  • GEORGETOWN COLLEGE
  • Georgetown, KY OTHER
  • Job Details Job Location: Georgetown College - Georgetown, KY Salary Range: Undisclosed DescriptionGeorgetown College seeks to fill a full-time, tenure-track opening in Finance at the Assistant Profes...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Biology Adjunct
  • KCTCS Careers Site
  • Elizabethtown, KY FULL_TIME
  • Title: Biology Adjunct Salary Range: $575.00 per credit hour Contract Term Length: Not Applicable Work Location: On-Site FLSA Status: Exempt College: Elizabethtown Community & Technical College Campus...
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Adjunct Biology
  • Kentucky State University
  • Frankfort, KY FULL_TIME
  • TITLE: Adjunct Biology – Anatomy & Physiology DEPARTMENT: School of Sciences, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) REPORTS TO: Chair of STEM EFFECTIVE DATE: TBDEMPLOYMENT STATUS: Part-time,...
  • 14 Days Ago

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High School Teacher - Biology
  • Warren County Public Schools
  • Bowling Green, KY FULL_TIME
  • Position Type: High School Teaching/Science - Biology Date Posted: 3/15/2023 Location: Greenwood High School Salary Schedule - Based on Rank & Experience Days per year - 186
  • 17 Days Ago

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Postdoctoral Scholar – Cancer biology
  • University of Kentucky
  • Lexington, KY FULL_TIME
  • Postdoctoral Scholar – Cancer biology NCI-designated Comprehensive Markey Cancer Center, University of Kentucky Job Description One NIH-supported Postdoctoral scholar position is immediately available...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Assistant Professor, Biological Anthropology
  • Appalachian State University
  • Boone, NC
  • Posting Details Request to Recruit Position Title Assistant Professor, Biological Anthropology Tenure Status Tenure Trac...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Professor - Biology - WVU Tech (Beckley)
  • West Virginia University
  • Beckley, WV
  • Description West Virginia University Institute of Technology (WVU Tech) is a divisional campus of West Virginia Universi...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Professor - Marine Biology
  • Moore Marine College Llc
  • Clearwater, FL
  • Job Description Job Description Professor - Marine Biology Salary Range 60k-80k Job Summary Moore Marine College is a ne...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Professor in Biological Anthropology
  • University of California-Davis
  • Davis, CA
  • Position overview Salary range: "Off-scale salaries" and other components of pay, i.e., a salary that is higher than the...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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MMG Cancer Biology Professor
  • University of California-Davis
  • Davis, CA
  • Position overview Salary range: The salary range for this position is $138,600-$188,200. This position is expected to in...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Professor of Biology - Bioinformatics
  • Georgia Southern University
  • Statesboro, GA
  • Assistant Professor of Biology - Bioinformatics Job ID: 266959 Location: Statesboro, Georgia Full/Part Time: Full Time R...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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FACULTY: Instructor or Assistant Professor, Biology
  • Queens University of Charlotte
  • Charlotte, NC
  • Company Description Job Description Summary: The College of Arts and Sciences at Queens University of Charlotte invites ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Professor, Biology (South Campus)
  • Broward college
  • Hollywood, FL
  • Job Profile Summary Broward College invites applicants for a full-time tenure track teaching position in Biology. Browar...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Kentucky (/kənˈtʌki/ (listen) kən-TUK-ee), officially the Commonwealth of Kentucky, is a state located in the east south-central region of the United States. Although styled as the "State of Kentucky" in the law creating it, (because in Kentucky's first constitution, the name state was used) Kentucky is one of four U.S. states constituted as a commonwealth (the others being Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts). Originally a part of Virginia, in 1792 Kentucky became the 15th state to join the Union. Kentucky is the 37th most extensive and the 26th most populous of the 50 United States. Ke...
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Income Estimation for Professor - Biology jobs
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