Professor Jobs in Kentucky
Professor jobs in Kentucky are open across Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green 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.
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Job Title: Lecturer - College of Nursing - Clinical Instruction
Requisition Number: FE04884
Working Title: Lecturer
Department Name: 7E100:NURSING INSTRUCTION
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Type of Position: Faculty
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Tenure Track Status: Non-Tenure Track
Required Education
Master’s degree in Nursing required
Required Related Experience
Minimum of two (2) years of BSN nursing experience within the last five (5) years required
Required License/Registration/Certification
Active unencumbered Kentucky license as a registered nurse
Job Summary
The University of Kentucky, College of Nursing Undergraduate Program is seeking a Lecturer Title Series (non-tenure track) Lecturer. This position is a 9-month appointment with an anticipated Distribution of Effort of about 90% Teaching and Advising, and 10% Service/Professional Development which will be reviewed annually. We anticipate a start date of August 16, 2026.
This position, onsite and based in Lexington, KY, will assist and resource the Undergraduate BSN program within the College of Nursing. This position will provide clinical instruction to students in the Traditional and Accelerated BSN (ABSN) tracks and help develop, coordinate, teach, and evaluate nursing content and current nursing interventions to keep the curriculum up to date. This position requires expertise in medical surgical nursing, clinical nursing instruction, clinical coordination, and use of interactive and simulated technology in nursing education.
Additional responsibilities include mentoring students, participation in course and curriculum development, and service on college committees. Engagement in professional development, scholarship related to teaching, and membership in relevant professional organizations are expected. Ideal applicants will have clinical teaching experience with undergraduate health professions or nursing students and the ability to connect nursing concepts to clinical reasoning and patient care.
The required education and experience includes an earned Master’s Degree in Nursing. Doctorate (PhD, DNP, or related terminal degree) is preferred. An active unencumbered Kentucky license as a registered nurse and a minimum of two years of BSN nursing experience within the last five years required.
Please apply to both Lecturer – College of Nursing – Clinical Instructor positions to be considered.
Employment at UK is subject to fund availability and comes with comprehensive 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: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/our-benefits.
For specific request #1, please upload recommendation letters as one PDF (minimum: 3, maximum: 6)
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
- Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated clinical proficiency and clinical experience in medical surgical nursing.
- Experience in clinical simulation with low- and high-fidelity simulators preferred.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Doctorate (PhD, DNP, or related terminal degree) is preferred. Successful teaching of baccalaureate nursing students, clinical coordination, and simulation experience is preferred.
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled Yes
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status or whether the person is a smoker or nonsmoker, as long as the person complies with University regulation concerning smoking.
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.
Job Title: Lecturer - College of Nursing - Clinical Instruction
Requisition Number: FE04884
Working Title: Lecturer
Department Name: 7E100:NURSING INSTRUCTION
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Type of Position: Faculty
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Tenure Track Status: Non-Tenure Track
Required Education
Master’s degree in Nursing required
Required Related Experience
Minimum of two (2) years of BSN nursing experience within the last five (5) years required
Required License/Registration/Certification
Active unencumbered Kentucky license as a registered nurse
Job Summary
The University of Kentucky, College of Nursing Undergraduate Program is seeking a Lecturer Title Series (non-tenure track) Lecturer. This position is a 9-month appointment with an anticipated Distribution of Effort of about 90% Teaching and Advising, and 10% Service/Professional Development which will be reviewed annually. We anticipate a start date of August 16, 2026.
This position, onsite and based in Lexington, KY, will assist and resource the Undergraduate BSN program within the College of Nursing. This position will provide clinical instruction to students in the Traditional and Accelerated BSN (ABSN) tracks and help develop, coordinate, teach, and evaluate nursing content and current nursing interventions to keep the curriculum up to date. This position requires expertise in medical surgical nursing, clinical nursing instruction, clinical coordination, and use of interactive and simulated technology in nursing education.
Additional responsibilities include mentoring students, participation in course and curriculum development, and service on college committees. Engagement in professional development, scholarship related to teaching, and membership in relevant professional organizations are expected. Ideal applicants will have clinical teaching experience with undergraduate health professions or nursing students and the ability to connect nursing concepts to clinical reasoning and patient care.
The required education and experience includes an earned Master’s Degree in Nursing. Doctorate (PhD, DNP, or related terminal degree) is preferred. An active unencumbered Kentucky license as a registered nurse and a minimum of two years of BSN nursing experience within the last five years required.
Please apply to both Lecturer – College of Nursing – Clinical Instructor positions to be considered.
Employment at UK is subject to fund availability and comes with comprehensive 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: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/our-benefits.
For specific request #1, please upload recommendation letters as one PDF (minimum: 3, maximum: 6)
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
- Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated clinical proficiency and clinical experience in medical surgical nursing.
- Experience in clinical simulation with low- and high-fidelity simulators preferred.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Doctorate (PhD, DNP, or related terminal degree) is preferred. Successful teaching of baccalaureate nursing students, clinical coordination, and simulation experience is preferred.
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled Yes
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status or whether the person is a smoker or nonsmoker, as long as the person complies with University regulation concerning smoking.
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 Job Market in Kentucky
A snapshot from current Kentucky openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- University of Kentucky45
- University of Louisville35
- Western Kentucky University11
- Berea College4
- Eastern Kentucky University3
Top Industries Hiring
- Education100
- Science & Research3
- Healthcare & Medical Services2
- Insurance1
What Kentucky Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in professor jobs across Kentucky.
- Earned doctorate or terminal degree in the relevant academic discipline
- Record of peer-reviewed publications or creative works appropriate to career stage
- Experience designing and delivering undergraduate or graduate courses
- Evidence of securing or applying for external research grants or funding
- Ability to mentor graduate students and serve on thesis committees
- Commitment to departmental service, including committee work and curriculum development
Professor Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
How many professor jobs are there in Kentucky?
There are 104+ professor openings in Kentucky on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green. New positions post regularly as employers across Kentucky hire.
Which Kentucky cities have the most professor jobs?
Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green have the most professor openings in Kentucky right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire professors in Kentucky?
Employers hiring 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 professor jobs in Kentucky?
Yes. About 3% of 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 professor jobs in Kentucky?
You can apply to 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.
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