Industry Extension Specialist II

Industry Extension Specialist II at University of Kentucky Industry Extension Specialist II at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky Posted in 14 days ago.

Job Description:

University of Kentucky Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status. Posting Details Posting Details Job Title Industry Extension Specialist II Requisition Number RE53651 Working Title Instructional Lab Manager Department Name 8H090:

OISTL/Engineering Distance Learning Work Location Paducah, KY Grade Level 46 Salary Range $52,021-85,800/year Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education MS Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience No experience required. Required License/Registration/Certification None. Physical Requirements Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods. Shift Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm (40 hours/week) Job Summary T he position will be responsible for developing instructional materials in Laser and Photonics Engineering Technology. Duty includes teaching engineering and technology courses to industry partners in Laser and Photonics Engineering Technology with an emphasis on hands-on learning, developing laboratory materials and activities, and managing laboratory facilities to ensure safety and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities may also include coordinating and managing on-campus industrial training programs. Serve as a faculty member within the Paducah program and teach courses related to laser and photonics. Work with Paducah faculty to develop hands-on skills in students leveraging the laser and photonics course laboratory facilities and curriculum. Work with Paducah faculty to integrate laser and photonics courses as electives into the engineering and technology programs.

Skills / Knowledge

/ Abilities Applicants should demonstrate strong technical expertise in Laser and Photonics Engineering, along with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Applicants should hold an MS degree in Laser and Photonics Engineering or a closely related field. Candidates without an MS degree but with extensive relevant industrial experience will also be considered. Deadline to Apply 04/06/2026 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. 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 (•). • Please explain what course/s you would be interested in teaching. (Open Ended Question) Applicant Documents Required Documents Curriculum Vita Cover Letter Academic Transcript Optional Documents Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. PI283159399