BOSTON TRUST WALDEN COMPANY
Assistant Professor of Mining Engineering
BOSTON TRUST WALDEN COMPANY, Lexington, Kentucky, us, 40598
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details Job Title : Assistant Professor of Mining Engineering
Requisition Number : FE04695
Working Title : 8H350: Mining Engineering
Work Location : Lexington, KY
Type of Position : Faculty
Position Time Status : Full-Time
Tenure Track Status : Tenure Track
Required Education : Ph.D. in metallurgical engineering, metallurgy or a closely related field.
Required Related Experience : Preference will be given to candidates who have experience in the mining industry.
Required License/Registration/Certification : None required.
Job Summary We anticipate hiring one faculty member in Mining Engineering with a joint appointment in Chemical and Materials Engineering. Candidates for the position must hold a Ph.D. degree in Extractive Metallurgy, Metallurgy, or a closely related field from an accredited institution and must be committed to excellence in the areas of teaching, research, and service. In addition to these qualities, preference will be given to candidates who have experience in the extractive metallurgy industry.
Application Materials Applications should include:
a cover letter
full curriculum vitae
research statement (upload under Specific Request 1)
teaching philosophy (upload under Specific Request 2)
For full consideration, applications should be received by January 31, 2026. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2026. For questions about this manufacturing cluster hire, please contact Dr. Rick Honaker at rick.honaker@uky.edu. Please note that, to be considered an applicant, an application must be submitted through the UK Jobs system.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education / Experience Experience in the mining industry will be viewed favorably.
Deadline to Apply Open Until Filled
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.
Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents Required Documents
Curriculum Vita
Cover Letter
Specific Request 1
Specific Request 2
Optional Documents
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Posting Details Job Title : Assistant Professor of Mining Engineering
Requisition Number : FE04695
Working Title : 8H350: Mining Engineering
Work Location : Lexington, KY
Type of Position : Faculty
Position Time Status : Full-Time
Tenure Track Status : Tenure Track
Required Education : Ph.D. in metallurgical engineering, metallurgy or a closely related field.
Required Related Experience : Preference will be given to candidates who have experience in the mining industry.
Required License/Registration/Certification : None required.
Job Summary We anticipate hiring one faculty member in Mining Engineering with a joint appointment in Chemical and Materials Engineering. Candidates for the position must hold a Ph.D. degree in Extractive Metallurgy, Metallurgy, or a closely related field from an accredited institution and must be committed to excellence in the areas of teaching, research, and service. In addition to these qualities, preference will be given to candidates who have experience in the extractive metallurgy industry.
Application Materials Applications should include:
a cover letter
full curriculum vitae
research statement (upload under Specific Request 1)
teaching philosophy (upload under Specific Request 2)
For full consideration, applications should be received by January 31, 2026. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2026. For questions about this manufacturing cluster hire, please contact Dr. Rick Honaker at rick.honaker@uky.edu. Please note that, to be considered an applicant, an application must be submitted through the UK Jobs system.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education / Experience Experience in the mining industry will be viewed favorably.
Deadline to Apply Open Until Filled
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.
Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents Required Documents
Curriculum Vita
Cover Letter
Specific Request 1
Specific Request 2
Optional Documents
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#J-18808-Ljbffr