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Job Title Patient Services Coordinator Requisition Number RE48092 Working Title Department Name 7A830:Division of Adult Dentistry Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 41 Salary Range $15.83-25.30/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education HS Click here for more information about equivalencies: <a href="https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies" target="_blank">https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies</a> Required Related Experience 4 yrs Required License/Registration/Certification None Physical Requirements Working at a computer for extended periods of time. Shift Monday–Friday, day Shift. (Typically, 8:00am-5:00pm) Job Summary The Patient Services Coordinator will work at the front desk in the majority of clinics. This position acts as a contact for patients, visitors, vendors, and the community at large accessing services of the College of Dentistry via telephone contact, face-to-face encounters, and daily appointments. This position is responsible for the check in registration of patients. Duties include: <ul><li>welcome all patients/family members/others to clinic in a friendly manner</li><li>obtain demographics</li><li>verify coverage</li><li>annual documentation of forms as required</li><li>schedule appointments</li><li>maximize patients’ financial coverage through proper registration and verification of benefits</li><li>collect co-pays and amounts due at time of service</li><li>answer basic insurance coverage questions</li><li>process and maintain registration information in the electronic health record</li><li>screen and direct incoming calls</li><li>process referrals and provide excellent customer service</li></ul> Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Customer service focus, teamwork, effective written and verbal communication, empathy, judgment, problem solving, organizational knowledge, attention to detail, accuracy, computer literacy, 95% accuracy on skills assessment, 95% accuracy on audit, computer literacy, proficiency with sequential numbers, sensitive to patient privacy. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Candidates who have completed the UK College of Dentistry Patient Access Training Program highly preferred. Deadline to Apply 11/18/2024 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 &amp; 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 background check and/or drug screen.

University of Kentucky

Patient Services Coordinator

Job Title Nurse Clinical/Ambulatory/UKHC Requisition Number RE45908 Working Title Nurse Clinical - Wound Care &amp; Comprehensive Vascular Clinic Department Name M7100: AMB - Surgery/Cardiothoracic Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 10 Salary Range $23.25-39.10/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education ADN Click here for more information about equivalencies: <a href="https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies" target="_blank">https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies</a> Required Related Experience No experience required. Required License/Registration/Certification Registered Nurse (RN) Physical Requirements Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 50 pounds, or standing/walking and sitting for long periods of time. Shift Monday – Friday, Day Shift; typically 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (40 hrs/wk) Job Summary The Nurse Clinical Ambulatory provides disease-specific patient care to patients with serious acute and/or chronic health events or seeking healthcare to maintain their wellness. The position’s responsibilities include but are not limited to, skilled assessments, care plans and care plan implementation, patient education, and clinical evaluation or interventions. This position requires working with medical professionals under time and efficiency constraints in a busy ambulatory care setting with a patient-centered care focus on quality, safety, and service. A working knowledge of enterprise, nursing, departmental policies, protocols, and procedures is needed to be successful. The Nurse Clinical within the Comprehensive Vascular Clinic will utilize evidence-based practices to provide wound care treatments, including selection of appropriate dressings and utilization of therapeutic techniques to promote healing and reduce complications. Additionally, the Nurse Clinical will provide patient education, ensuring all parties are knowledgeable about best practices in wound management and prevention strategies. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Basic computer knowledge, MS Windows, Word, Outlook, EPIC. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience BSN preferred with at least 1-2 years of wound care clinical experience; WOC certification highly preferred. Deadline to Apply 11/18/2024 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 &amp; 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 background check and/or drug screen.

Nurse Clinical/Ambulatory/UKHC

Job Title Periop Operational Coordinator/UKHC Requisition Number NR12782 Working Title Operational Coordinator- Endo Department Name H6200:Diagnostic Services Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 11 Salary Range $26.00-45.70/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education ADN Required Related Experience 4 yrs Required License/Registration/Certification Registered Nurse (RN) Physical Requirements The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds occasionally and 25-50 pounds frequently; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. Shift 3 12-hour shifts with some required call Job Summary This position has responsibility for day to day operations of running the unit and facilitating the procedures/cases planned for the day. Facilitating the patient schedule includes assigning staffing, working with the surgeons/proceduralists and boardrunner to coordinate timely, safe care. Time management, attention to detail and collaborative, respectful communication are key skills required for the role. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Critical thinking skills Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience BSN Deadline to Apply 11/18/2024 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 &amp; 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 background check and/or drug screen.

Periop Operational Coordinator/UKHC

Job Title Administrative Support Associate I Requisition Number RE47794 Working Title Department Name 7H400:Microbiology, Immunology &amp; Molecular Gen Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 41 Salary Range $15.83-25.30/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education AA Click here for more information about equivalencies: <a href="https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies" target="_blank">https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies</a> Required Related Experience 3 yrs Required License/Registration/Certification None Physical Requirements Perform work in a sedentary position; on occasion, may lift objects up to 30 lbs. Shift Monday through Friday, 8:00AM – 5:00PM. Occasional evenings/weekends based on departmental project deadlines. Job Summary The SuRE Research Center Administrative Assistant will help assist with all aspects of this NIH funded program. The goal of this program is to provide writing critiques, training, and advice to faculty and staff at SuRE-eligible academic institutions throughout the United States. One important component of this program is to provide Office of Sponsored Projects (OSP) Seed Grants to SuRE-eligible institutions. A second component is a biennial SuRE Conference that is organized by the SuRE Resource Center. This position will assist the SuRE Resource Center PI’s and Center Administrator. In particular, the position will assist in all aspects of the OSP seed grant program (coordinating OSP seed grant application review, communicating with OSP seed grantees, scheduling meetings between OSP seed grantees and SuRE Resource Center Staff, and assisting with the oversight of OSP seed grant subawards). The position will also assist with the planning and implementation of the Biennial SuRE Conference. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities MS Office, especially Excel. Strong organizational skills. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Bachelor’s degree preferred, grant knowledge is preferred but not required. Deadline to Apply 11/18/2024 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 &amp; 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 background check and/or drug screen.

Administrative Support Associate I

Job Title Price Contract Coordinator Requisition Number RE48094 Working Title Department Name 3DP00:Purchasing Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 40 Salary Range $15.30-24.50/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education AA Click here for more information about equivalencies: <a href="https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies" target="_blank">https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies</a> Required Related Experience No experience required. Required License/Registration/Certification None Physical Requirements Sitting for extended periods of time working at a computer. Lifting, pushing and/or pulling objects over 25 lbs, standing or walking with objects up to 25 lbs. Shift Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Job Summary This is a great opportunity for a detail oriented, customer service minded individual to work in a Procurement. Responsibilities will include: <ul><li>performing general administrative duties</li><li>monitoring procurement compliance against University-wide policies</li><li>assisting with the development of bids, request for proposals, and contracts</li><li>perform day-to-day administration of purchase orders</li></ul> The successful candidate will: <ul><li>be able to maintain a high level of customer support to internal &amp; external customers</li><li>take initiative to further develop and enhance customer service</li><li>adhere to deadlines while balancing urgent needs with ongoing responsibilities</li><li>focus on achieving the timely completion of all tasks</li><li>other duties as assigned</li></ul> Internal Employee Being Considered Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Microsoft Office, SAP Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Deadline to Apply 11/18/2024 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 &amp; 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 background check and/or drug screen.

Price Contract Coordinator

Job Title Nurse Clinical/UKHC Requisition Number NR13046 Working Title RN/PRE-OP/PACU Center for Advanced Surgery Department Name H3140:Center for Advanced Surgery Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 10 Salary Range $23.25-39.10/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education ADN Required Related Experience No experience required. Required License/Registration/Certification Active Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license, Temporary Work Permit (TWP), Provisional License or active compact state Registered Nurse (RN) license that is in good standing and American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider valid for at least 6 months after employment date Physical Requirements The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis and 25-50 pounds frequently; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments. Shift Monday through Friday, 9AM-5:30PM with late shifts as needed to cover the needs of the department. Job Summary The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties for Nursing Care Technicians (Nursing Assistant); and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations. Furthermore, this environment supports collaborative efforts among the nursing staff and the team of physicians to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes. This includes utilization of the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care, ensuring patient satisfaction. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Registered Nurses in the Center for Advanced Surgery (CAS) at Chandler Hospital provide preoperative and post anesthesia care to pediatric, adult and geriatric patients. The Center for Advanced Surgery focuses on providing safe and efficient outpatient surgical care and treats patients in a variety of specialty areas including: Ophthalmology; Sports Medicine and Orthopedics; Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose and Throat); Oral and Maxillofacial; Pain Management; Dental; as well as Plastic, Pediatric and General surgery. The ideal candidate will have the following: knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs and the priority within Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns Frame Work as well as Swanson’s Caring model; superb direct patient care and critical thinking skills; basic computer navigation skills and working knowledge of the internet; ability to communicate in a professional and respectful manner with patients and their families, co-workers and physicians; and strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skill. The candidate will be highly motivated, pro-active and confident in advocating for patients and their family members. Will also enjoy working in a strong team environment and provides open, honest communication with fellow staff and physicians. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess exceptional technical skills and a proven ability to work in a team as well as independently. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience BSN + AT LEAST 1 YEAR OF RN EXPERIENCE PREFERRED Deadline to Apply 11/18/2024 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 &amp; 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 background check and/or drug screen.

Nurse Clinical/UKHC

Job Title Nurse Clinical/UKHC Requisition Number NR12955 Working Title RN/ Chandler OR Department Name H3320:Perioperative Services Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 10 Salary Range $23.25-39.10/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education ADN Required Related Experience No experience required. Required License/Registration/Certification Active Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license, Temporary Work Permit (TWP), Provisional License or active compact state Registered Nurse (RN) license that is in good standing and American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider valid for at least 6 months after employment date Physical Requirements The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis and 25-50 pounds frequently; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments. Shift Must be able to work four, 10-hour shifts per week; will also be required to work some weekend and holidays. Job Summary The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties for Nursing Care Technicians (Nursing Assistant); and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations. Furthermore, this environment supports collaborative efforts among the nursing staff and the team of physicians to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes. This includes utilization of the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care, ensuring patient satisfaction. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The ideal candidate will have the following: knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs and the priority within Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns Frame Work as well as Swanson’s Caring model; superb direct patient care and critical thinking skills; basic computer navigation skills and working knowledge of the internet; ability to communicate in a professional and respectful manner with patients and their families, co-workers and physicians; and strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skill. The candidate will be highly motivated, pro-active and confident in advocating for patients and their family members. Will also enjoy working in a strong team environment and provides open, honest communication with fellow staff and physicians. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess exceptional technical skills and a proven ability to work in a team as well as independently. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience BSN + AT LEAST 1 YEAR OF RN EXPERIENCE PREFERRED Deadline to Apply 11/18/2024 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 &amp; 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 background check and/or drug screen.

Job Title Nurse Clinical/UKHC Requisition Number NR13120 Working Title RN/Markey Cancer Center Multi-Disciplinary Clinic Department Name M3030:Cancer Clinic Services Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 10 Salary Range $23.25-39.10/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education ADN Required Related Experience No experience required. Required License/Registration/Certification Active Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license, Temporary Work Permit (TWP), Provisional License or active compact state Registered Nurse (RN) license that is in good standing and American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider valid for at least 6 months after employment date Physical Requirements The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis and 25-50 pounds frequently; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments. Shift Must be able to work 40 hours/week, Monday through Friday 8a-5p. No weekends or holidays required. Job Summary The Multidisciplinary Clinic in Markey Cancer Center cares for patients with a wide range of oncology issues including solid tumors primarily GI, GU &amp; colorectal cancers. Nurses in this clinic are imperative in care coordination for surgical oncology or medical oncology patients coordinating with the multidisciplinary team members including medical assistants and pod schedulers. Clinical responsibilities include injections, lab draws, port flushes, dressing changes, surgery teaching, EKGs, and assisting with minor procedures. Administrative responsibilities include pre and postoperative care coordination including scans, home health and other referrals, answering clinical questions through epic messages and patient phone calls, coordinating chemotherapy. The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties for Nursing Care Technicians (Nursing Assistant); and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations. Furthermore, this environment supports collaborative efforts among the nursing staff and the team of physicians to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes. This includes utilization of the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care, ensuring patient satisfaction. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The ideal candidate will have the following: knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs and the priority within Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns Frame Work as well as Swanson’s Caring model; superb direct patient care and critical thinking skills; basic computer navigation skills and working knowledge of the internet; ability to communicate in a professional and respectful manner with patients and their families, co-workers and physicians; and strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skill. The candidate will be highly motivated, pro-active and confident in advocating for patients and their family members. Will also enjoy working in a strong team environment and provides open, honest communication with fellow staff and physicians. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess exceptional technical skills and a proven ability to work in a team as well as independently. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience BSN + AT LEAST 1 YEAR OF RN EXPERIENCE PREFERRED Deadline to Apply 11/18/2024 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 &amp; 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 background check and/or drug screen.

Job Title Nurse Clinical/UKHC Requisition Number NR12679 Working Title RN/OR/Center for Advanced Surgery Department Name H3140:Center for Advanced Surgery Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 10 Salary Range $23.25-39.10/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education ADN Required Related Experience No experience required. Required License/Registration/Certification Active Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license, Temporary Work Permit (TWP), Provisional License or active compact state Registered Nurse (RN) license that is in good standing and American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider valid for at least 6 months after employment date Physical Requirements The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis and 25-50 pounds frequently; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments. Shift 7:00 am – 3:30 pm Job Summary Registered Nurses in the Center for Advanced Surgery (CAS) Operating Room (OR) at UK Chandler Hospital provide operating room care to pediatric, adult and geriatric patients. The Center for Advanced Surgery focuses on providing safe and efficient outpatient surgical care and treats patients in a variety of specialty areas including: ophthalmology; sports medicine and orthopedics; otolaryngology (ear, nose and throat); oral and maxillofacial; pain management; dental; as well as plastic, pediatric and general surgery. The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties for Nursing Care Technicians (Nursing Assistant); and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations. Furthermore, this environment supports collaborative efforts among the nursing staff and the team of physicians to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes. This includes utilization of the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care, ensuring patient satisfaction. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The ideal candidate will have the following: knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs and the priority within Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns Frame Work as well as Swanson’s Caring model; superb direct patient care and critical thinking skills; basic computer navigation skills and working knowledge of the internet; ability to communicate in a professional and respectful manner with patients and their families, co-workers and physicians; and strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skill. The candidate will be highly motivated, pro-active and confident in advocating for patients and their family members. Will also enjoy working in a strong team environment and provides open, honest communication with fellow staff and physicians. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess exceptional technical skills and a proven ability to work in a team as well as independently. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience BSN + AT LEAST 1 YEAR OF RN EXPERIENCE PREFERRED Deadline to Apply 11/18/2024 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 &amp; 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 background check and/or drug screen.

Job Title Postdoctoral Scholar Requisition Number DU12838 Department Name 7H373: Internal Medicine &amp; Div - Biomedical Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range $60,000 - $70,0000 Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education PhD Required Related Experience None Required License/Registration/Certification None Physical Requirements Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time. Shift Monday through Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm Job Summary We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join the Zero Knowledge Discovery Lab (zedlab), to work on problems at the intersection of biology, medicine, mathematics and computation. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of next-generation learning algorithms to understand human health trajectories through advanced digital twin frameworks. This position offers an extraordinary opportunity in the field of computational health modeling that integrates clinical, genotypic, environmental, and behavioral data at scale to devise next generation healthcare tools. The ideal candidate will be an applied mathematician with equally sophisticated skill in theorem proving, algorithms and coding. We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join the Zero Knowledge Discovery Lab (zedlab), to work on problems at the intersection of biology, medicine, mathematics and computation. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of next-generation learning algorithms to understand human health trajectories through advanced digital twin frameworks. This position offers an extraordinary opportunity in the field of computational health modeling that integrates clinical, genotypic, environmental, and behavioral data at scale to devise next generation healthcare tools. The ideal candidate will be an applied mathematician with equally sophisticated skill in theorem proving, algorithms and coding. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Mathematical Foundations: Work on the rigorous mathematical foundations of emerging digital twin frameworks, and the theoretical aspects of ML.</li><li>Research &amp; Algorithm Development: Develop advanced algorithms to predict complex health trajectories, simulating individual patient journeys, and providing real-time dynamic views of patient health. This involves working with multimodal datasets, including EHRs, genetic data, and social determinants of health.</li><li>Collaborative Research: Engage with a diverse group of researchers in fields such as computational biology, medicine, and social sciences. Publish findings in top-tier journals, present at conferences, and contribute to the advancement of the field.</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Theorem-proving Background: A strong foundation in mathematical modeling, particularly stochastic processes, information theory and discrete mathematics.</li><li>Programming Skills: Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow and scikit-learn, experience in C++</li><li>Documented Productivity: Record of peer-reviewed publications</li><li>Interdisciplinary Interest: Candidates should have a passion for applying computational techniques to solve complex problems across disciplines.</li></ul> Compensation and Benefits: <ul><li>Competitive Salary: Funding is available for a competitive salary, based on qualifications and experience.</li><li>Research Support: Additional funding will be provided for supplies and travel to conferences.</li><li>Professional Development: Opportunities for significant career growth, networking with leading researchers, and engaging in high-impact interdisciplinary projects.</li><li>Women and underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.</li></ul> A complete application will include a link to Github Profile and 1-2 reference contact information uploaded as Specific Request 1. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Stochastic processes and/or information theory; Python, C++, TensorFlow, Scikit-learn, Linux command line; Google cloud computing; Latex Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience PhD in computer science, physics, engineering, statistics or applied mathematics is required. Deadline to Apply 12/09/2024 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 &amp; 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 background check and/or drug screen.

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