Research Assistant Professor Jobs in Kentucky

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

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Overview

Open roles19+
Top employerUniversity of Kentucky
Top cityLexington, KY
Cities hiring4
Work type100% On-site
Top industryEducation

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University of Louisville
Assistant Professor
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University of Louisville
Added 3d ago
Assistant Professor
University of Louisville
Louisville, Kentucky
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Teaching & Instruction
Research & Academia
Physicians
On-Site
Doctorate
5,001-10,000

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University of Kentucky
Clinical Assistant Professor in Public Policy
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University of Kentucky
Added 6d ago
Clinical Assistant Professor in Public Policy
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky
Teaching & Instruction
Research & Academia
Higher Education
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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University of Louisville
Assistant Professor
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University of Louisville
Added 1w ago
Assistant Professor
University of Louisville
Louisville, Kentucky
Teaching & Instruction
Research & Academia
Higher Education
On-Site
Doctorate
5,001-10,000

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Western Kentucky University
Assistant Professor, Digital Stewardship Librarian
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Western Kentucky University
Added 3mo ago
Assistant Professor, Digital Stewardship Librarian
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, Kentucky
Teaching & Instruction
Research & Academia
Higher Education
On-Site
Master's
1,001-5,000

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University of Kentucky
Assistant Professor of Pharmacology
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University of Kentucky
Added 4mo ago
Assistant Professor of Pharmacology
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky
Teaching & Instruction
Research & Academia
Higher Education
On-Site
Doctorate
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Research Assistant Professor Jobs by City in Kentucky

Where Kentucky roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Lexington
13 jobs
Bowling Green
3 jobs
Louisville
2 jobs
Murray
1 jobs

Research Assistant Professor Job Market in Kentucky

A snapshot from current Kentucky openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • University of Kentucky
    University of Kentucky13
  • Western Kentucky University
    Western Kentucky University3
  • University of Louisville
    University of Louisville2
  • Murray State University
    Murray State University1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education19

What Kentucky Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in research assistant professor jobs across Kentucky.

  • PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in a relevant field required
  • Independent research experience with peer-reviewed publications
  • Demonstrated ability to secure or contribute to extramural grant funding
  • Proficiency with discipline-specific research tools, software, or laboratory techniques
  • Experience mentoring graduate students or research staff
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for academic and public audiences

Research Assistant Professor Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions

How many research assistant professor jobs are there in Kentucky?

There are 19+ research 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 research assistant professor jobs?

Lexington, Bowling Green, and Louisville have the most research assistant professor openings in Kentucky right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire research assistant professors in Kentucky?

Employers hiring research assistant professors in Kentucky include University of Kentucky, Western Kentucky University, and University of Louisville, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote research assistant professor jobs in Kentucky?

Yes. About 0% of research 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 research assistant professor jobs in Kentucky?

You can apply to research 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.

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