This is a 12-month tenure-eligible faculty (Associate Professor, Regular Title Series) position in the Department of Veterinary Science’s Maxwell H. Gluck Equine Research Center at the University of Kentucky. The Gluck Equine Research Center has received international recognition for its research dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the horse (https://vetsci.ca.uky.edu/). The mission of the Department of Veterinary Science is to assure the health and viability of animal agriculture through teaching, discovery, research and service. The successful candidate will contribute to the college mission by engaging in research, education, and service activities that address musculoskeletal sciences and both transdisciplinary and translational collaborations fully supportive of One Health initiatives.
 

The initial appointment will be at the Associate Professor rank, with an anticipated distribution of effort of 85% research, 5% service, and 10% teaching. The appointee will be administratively responsible to the Chair of the Department of Veterinary Science.
 

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment embraces the principles of the One Health Approach and recognizes the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental sciences. We are committed to advancing knowledge and scientific expertise, with a focus on promoting the health and well-being of both animals and humans, together with environmental sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:
 

· Establish an internationally recognized research program in musculoskeletal sciences using innovative approaches to investigate, manage, and/or prevent musculoskeletal injuries or disease, including but not limited to the disciplines of orthopedics, rheumatology, immunology, sports medicine, and related fields. Expertise in molecular (targeted and -omic) and cellular biology is highly desirable.

· Conduct interdisciplinary research and scholarly activities to address complex musculoskeletal challenges at the interface of equine, companion animal, human, and/or environmental biomedical variables, with an emphasis on musculoskeletal health, injury prevention, injury or disease therapy, and environmental sustainability. Expertise in equine orthopedic issues and preclinical research models is strongly preferred.

· As a member of the graduate faculty of the university, the appointee will be expected to participate in and contribute to the education and mentoring of graduate students and post-doctoral trainees.

· Collaborate with other colleges within the University of Kentucky, including but not limited to the College of Medicine, College of Pharmacy, College of Public Health, College of Health Sciences, College of Dentistry, and College of Nursing, to foster interdisciplinary approaches to address One Health issues and promote collaborative research.

· Work closely with state laboratories, government agencies, and industry partners to address current and emerging musculoskeletal health threats, enhance epidemiological surveillance and monitoring capabilities, and develop strategies to mitigate musculoskeletal health risks to animals and humans.

· Establish and maintain robust relationships with funding agencies such as the National Institutes of Health (NIH), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), National Science Foundation (NSF), and health organizations/foundations to secure competitive extramural funding to support discovery biomedical research and student training.

Required qualifications:
 

· PhD or an equivalent terminal degree in a relevant discipline is required with advanced academic training and/or research experience in an area pertinent to the musculoskeletal system. DVM (or equivalent) is desirable, but not a requisite for the position.

· Demonstrated expertise and experience in musculoskeletal sciences and health principles, with a focus on equine, companion animals, human, and/or environmental health.

· Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed scientific publications.

· Demonstrated ability to attract and maintain extramural research funding (from federal agencies, private foundations, industry, and/or other sources).

· Excellent skills in communication and collaboration, with the ability to work effectively within interdisciplinary teams and engage with diverse backgrounds.

· For consideration at the rank of Associate Professor, a strong record of peer-reviewed scholarly publications, graduate student mentoring, and extramural competitive research grants as independent lead investigator from federal agencies is necessary.

Application Process:
 

Applications must include the following: a letter of interest and current curriculum vitae. Please provide the names and contact information of three professional references when prompted in the application. This information will be utilized to solicit recommendation letters from your references within the employment system in advanced rounds of the interview process. Applications are to be submitted athttps://ukjobs.uky.edu/postings/562339 . The salary is competitive and will be commensurate with education and experience. Faculty rank will be based on qualifications and experience.
 

Salary and Benefits:
 

Salary is negotiable and is commensurate with training and experience. Employment at UK is subject to fund availability and comes with diverse rewards, focusing on your total well-being and career development, with leadership striving to provide a strong work-life integration. The university generously contributes to employees’ retirement plans, medical coverage, and life insurance. In addition, UK offers optional benefits such as dental and vision insurance, additional retirement plans and much more. To learn more about these benefits, please visit: www.uky.edu/HR/benefits.

Questions and/or Nominations to:
 

Jamie MacLeod, Ph.D.

Chair, Search Committee

115 Gluck Equine Research Center

1400 Nicholasville Rd.

University of Kentucky

Lexington KY 40546-0099

Phone: 859-257-2226

Email: jnmacleod@uky.edu

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The Environment:

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment (CAFE) is fulfilling the land-grant promise of educational excellence, civic leadership, transformational research, and shared knowledge serving the common good. We serve the people of the Commonwealth and across the world through education, outreach, service, and research by finding solutions to improve lives today and create a sustainable future. We integrate teaching, research, and extension in our work. We recruit, retain, and graduate students who are competent, responsible, and workforce ready. For more than 130 years, CAFE has provided research results to the community. From traditional labs and research farms to high-tech diagnostic and research centers, we offer science-based, practical solutions that affect the everyday lives of Kentuckians and people around the world. Our Cooperative Extension programs are engaged in Kentucky’s 120 counties, identifying and addressing needs not only in agriculture and natural resources, but also 4-H and youth development, family and consumer sciences, as well as community & economic development. We create a welcoming environment that allows our faculty, staff, and students to reach their highest potential. We recognize people with diverse backgrounds and experiences are essential to decision making, problem solving, and innovation each and every day.
 

The University of Kentucky is an institution with over 23,000 undergraduate and 9,500 graduate students. UK is Kentucky’s flagship university and a land grant institution. We have a university commitment to improve the lives of Kentuckians and beyond and that is why environmental stewardship and sustainability are core parts of our institution’s legacy. We are recognized as a Tree Campus USA by the Arbor Day Foundation, a Gold level Bicycle Friendly University by The League of American Bicyclists, and are recognized as a STARS (Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System) Silver Rating by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education. The university is geographically near downtown Lexington, which offers the vibrancy of an urban location while being in close proximity to working landscapes and recognized wilderness areas. It is a thriving community of 320,000+ with a strong commitment to quality of life, education, and the arts. Lexington is in the Bluegrass Region, an internationally acclaimed cultural landscape and agricultural region. The University of Kentucky, College of Agriculture, Food and Environment respectfully acknowledges that the University of Kentucky sits on the traditional territory of the Osage, Shawnee, Cherokee, Adena, and Hopewell peoples.

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