Assistant Professor Jobs in Kentucky
Assistant Professor jobs in Kentucky are open across Lexington, Bowling Green, and Louisville and other Kentucky metros, with employers like University of Kentucky, University of Louisville, and Western Kentucky University hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
Find Assistant Professor JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 65+ Assistant Professor jobs











Department:
Location:
Health Sciences Center
Time Type:
Full time
Worker Type:
Regular
Job Req ID:
R108097
Position Description:
The Division of Medical Oncology & Hematology in the Department of Medicine at the University of Louisville is seeking qualified applicants for Clinical Assistant Professor position in Louisville, KY. Responsibilities include teaching Hematology/Oncology fellows, Internal Medicine residents, and medical students; providing comprehensive care for patients with hematologic and oncologic diseases, including diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up; and participating in clinical service, on-call coverage, and service rotations at University of Louisville Health hospitals and clinics. Additional duties include contributing to clinical trials, basic science and translational research; supporting the development and advancement of multidisciplinary cancer programs; and designing and contributing to protocol development and prospective clinical research. Faculty will practice at the University of Louisville Medical Center, Norton Hospital, and other affiliated hospitals and clinics in Louisville and Southern Kentucky (Shepherdsville).
Qualifications include board certification/eligible in Medical Oncology & Hematology specialties. The recruit is expected to devote a significant portion of their time to protocol development and prospective clinical research. Job requirements for this position include:
- Medical degree: MD, MD/PhD, DO, or foreign equivalent;
- Completion of an accredited Medical Oncology & Hematology Fellowship Training program.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University strives to provide equal employment opportunity on the basis of merit and without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or pregnancy. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran Readjustment Act of 1974, the University prohibits job discrimination of individuals with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, qualified special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. The University acknowledges its obligations to ensure affirmative steps are taken to ensure equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of the University that no employee or applicant for employment be subject to unlawful discrimination in terms of recruitment, hiring, promotion, contract, contract renewal, tenure, compensation, benefits, and/or working conditions. No employee or applicant for employment is required to endorse or condemn a specific ideology, political viewpoint, or social viewpoint to be eligible for hiring, contract renewal, tenure, or promotion.
Consistent with applicable law, demographic information is collected for aggregate reporting requirements. Demographic information provided through this application is not available to hiring managers/committees and is not considered in hiring or employment decisions.
Assistance and Accommodations
Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 2315 South First Street Walk, Room 02C - Louisville, Kentucky 40292.
If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at employment@louisville.edu or by phone 502-852-6258.
See All 65 Assistant Professor Jobs in Kentucky
Find roles in Kentucky that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Assistant Professor JobsAssistant Professor Jobs by City in Kentucky
Where Kentucky roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Assistant Professor Job Market in Kentucky
A snapshot from current Kentucky openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- University of Kentucky37

- University of Louisville10

- Western Kentucky University8

- Berea College3

- Eastern Kentucky University2

Top Industries Hiring
- Education62
- Science & Research3
- Healthcare & Medical Services2
What Kentucky Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant professor jobs across Kentucky.
- Earned doctorate or terminal degree in the relevant academic discipline
- Active research agenda with peer-reviewed publications or equivalent scholarly output
- Demonstrated undergraduate or graduate teaching experience in the field
- Evidence of external grant seeking or funded research projects
- Ability to advise and mentor undergraduate or graduate students
- Commitment to departmental service, curriculum development, and collegiality
Assistant Professor Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
How many assistant professor jobs are there in Kentucky?
There are 65+ assistant professor openings in Kentucky on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Lexington, Bowling Green, and Louisville. New positions post regularly as employers across Kentucky hire.
Which Kentucky cities have the most assistant professor jobs?
Lexington, Bowling Green, and Louisville have the most assistant professor openings in Kentucky right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire assistant professors in Kentucky?
Employers hiring assistant professors in Kentucky include University of Kentucky, University of Louisville, and Western Kentucky University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote assistant professor jobs in Kentucky?
Yes. About 2% of assistant professor openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Kentucky metros.
How do I apply for assistant professor jobs in Kentucky?
You can apply to assistant professor jobs in Kentucky directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Kentucky location, then apply to each one that fits.
See All 65 Assistant Professor Jobs in Kentucky
Find roles in Kentucky that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Assistant Professor Jobs