Part-time Instructor at University of Kentucky

Posted in Other 10 days ago.

Location: Lexington, Kentucky





Job Description:

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details

Job Title Part-time Instructor
Requisition Number DU10974
Department Name 8N700:Product Design
Work Location Lexington, KY
Salary Range $3000
Type of Position Faculty
Position Time Status Part-Time
Required Education MS or equivalent terminal degree in industrial design, product design, mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, or related discipline. Will also consider candidates with Bachelor degree with relevant professional experience.
Required Related Experience - Demonstrated application of ergonomic principles to development of successful products- Experience with test design to gather ergonomic data to inform product development


Required License/Registration/Certification N/A
Physical Requirements Ability to deliver in-person instruction; long periods of standing
Shift Monday/Wednesday, 3:30-4:45pm, August 21 – December 15, 2023
Job Summary The Department of Product Design seeks applicants for a part-time faculty position to teach PRD 371, Ergonomics. This 1-credit course, delivered to Product Design and Biomedical Engineering students, introduces a range of human factors and ergonomics-related concepts and case studies, highlighting the impacts of design decisions on the equipment people use, the environments in which they function, and the jobs they perform.Interested applicants should complete an online application and include a CV/Resume.






Skills / Knowledge / Abilities - Strong understanding of, and ability to convey, human factors and ergonomic considerations for design- Access to relevant case studies of applied human factors and ergonomics concepts- Strong verbal and written communication abilities- Ability to utilize the University’s course management system, Canvas
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply 08/30/2024
University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.


As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.


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 check and/or drug screen.



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    Applicant Documents
    Required Documents
    1. Cover Letter
    Optional Documents
    1. Curriculum Vita








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