Western Kentucky University (WKU) Libraries is seeking an experienced and innovative leader to serve as Department Chair for Library Public Services. This position plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of public services within WKU Libraries, providing leadership and strategic oversight for library instruction, reference services, and outreach efforts. The successful candidate will lead initiatives to enhance patron engagement and foster partnerships across the campus and the broader academic community.

This is a twelve-month faculty administrator appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or higher. As a member of the WKU faculty, the successful candidate will actively engage in service and research / creative activity.

Principal Responsibilities: The following duties are customary for this position, but additional responsibilities may be assigned based on institutional needs and the dean's discretion:

• Provide leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for public services, including library instruction, reference services, and outreach initiatives.
• Lead long-term and day-to-day planning, establishing departmental goals, policies, and procedures to meet institutional and library-wide objectives.
• Oversee library software solutions related to public services, such as Springshare.
• Manage and evaluate department faculty and staff, supporting their professional development, advancement in rank, and tenure.
• Foster collaborations across campus to integrate WKU Libraries into the broader campus environment and curriculum, serving as a liaison when necessary.
• Collaborate closely with the Department Chair for Library Collections & Discovery on initiatives ensuring cohesion and cooperation across the library.
• Serve on the Library Leadership Council, contributing to strategic planning and the execution of library-wide goals.
• Actively participate in the library's Collection Development Committee, ensuring a collaborative approach to resource development.
• Foster an inclusive and respectful environment that promotes teamwork, cultural competency, and professional practices.

• Must hold a Master's in Library Science degree from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience of five years or greater of progressive leadership in an academic library, including a minimum of two years in a supervisory role.
• Demonstrated expertise and knowledge of library user-facing services and trends, such as reference, instruction, or outreach.
• Demonstrate competencies in at least one of the department's key areas of responsibility (reference, instruction, open educational resources, collection development, or outreach).
• Strong organizational, managerial, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Record of professional librarianship, research/creative activity, and service that meets the criteria for tenure at the Associate Professor level or higher.

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

For information related to job postings, please email employment@wku.edu.

The Department of Music at Western Kentucky University invites applications for a collaborative artist-teacher in Horn Performance, with a secondary area in Music Theory, for a nine-month, tenure-eligible faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor.

The successful candidate will:

• Teach applied horn to undergraduate and graduate students
• Recruit and retain a dynamic horn studio 
• Teach undergraduate courses in music theory and/or ear-training
• Maintain an active national and international artist research/performance profile
• Perform with the WKU Faculty Brass Quintet
• Provide appropriate service to the department, institution, and profession
• Demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds, and contribute fully to the artistic and intellectual life of the WKU Department of Music 
• Teach other academic courses as defined by department needs and candidate's strengths

• Doctorate in Horn Performance (ABD considered with degree completion by August 12, 2025)
• Degree, cognate, or significant graduate-level coursework in music theory
• Relevant college-level teaching experience 
• Significant performance experience at the regional and/or national level

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

For information related to job postings, please email employment@wku.edu.

This position researches, reports, edits and writes daily news and feature stories as part of the station's on-air and digital news efforts.  Stories require extensive research, analysis of interview content, investigative and verification work, and individualized interpretation based on audience factors.  Supplemental commentary will be required when participating as an informed on-air source of content. They also participate in on-air membership drives.  Appear at fundraiser, station, and community events.  Create promotional and interstitial content as needed or required.  Be available for reports related to significant breaking news.  This position hosts our local portions of All Things Considered. 

• Bachelor's Degree 

Salary Range:  $21.29 - $22.22/hr

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

For information related to job postings, please email employment@wku.edu.

The WKU Department of Social Work invites applications for a full-time, nine-month tenure-eligible faculty appointment at the rank of pedagogical assistant or pedagogical associate professor. The anticipated start date is August 2025.

Duties and Responsibilities

The appointee will teach undergraduate courses on behalf of the Department of Social Work. Courses are offered in a variety of formats including face-to-face and online formats. The successful candidate must be willing to teach across the curriculum and be flexible in regards to teaching assignments.  Teaching experience in the core areas of social work practice, research, and policy is required. In addition to teaching and university/public service duties, the successful candidate will be licensed at the master's level. Independent licensure at the LCSW level is preferred. 

• An earned doctorate in Social Work or a related field and an earned MSW from a CSWE accredited program.
• At least 2 years of post-master's social work practice experience.
• Demonstrated experience utilizing alternative modes of instructional delivery to include both synchronous and asynchronous web-based courses.
• Demonstrated experience engaging with individuals across multiple cultures, disciplines, and educational/professional backgrounds.
• Developed and well-defined teaching philosophy.  Evidenced record of teaching effectiveness.

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

For information related to job postings, please email employment@wku.edu.

The Department of English at Western Kentucky University invite applications for a nine-month, tenure-eligible, faculty appointment at the rank of assistant professor, from candidates with interest in understanding the complex interactions of technology, culture, and textual production, including generative AI and information technology, digital humanities, new media studies, user experience, or other related fields. 

Responsibilities will include 

• teaching upper-level and occasional graduate courses in professional writing and technical writing
• teaching general education writing courses as that program develops responses to generative AI
• contributing to the ongoing development of courses that interrogate the relationship between humans and technology  
• maintaining a well-defined and productive research agenda
• service to the department and university                                            

• Ph.D. in Writing and Rhetoric, Technical and Professional Communication, Composition and Rhetoric, or closely related field by August 1, 2025
• Demonstrated expertise in professional & technical writing and one of the following: digital humanities, information design, and/or generative AI
• Demonstrated interest in curriculum development
• A clear and cohesive research and publishing agenda
• Evidence of successful college-level teaching experience in rhetoric and composition/writing studies or related areas

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

For information related to job postings, please email employment@wku.edu.

The Department of Counseling and Student Affairs at Western Kentucky University is pleased to announce we are accepting applications for a tenure-eligible appointment at the rank of assistant professor. The Department offers CACREP-accredited graduate programs in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (both residential and digital pathways) and in Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling; a graduate degree program in Student Affairs; and graduate certificate programs in Addictions Education, College and Career Readiness, International Student Services, and Career Services. Additionally, the department houses the Talley Family Counseling Center (TFCC), an onsite counseling training center. Please visit http://www.wku.edu/csa for more information. The duties and responsibilities of the successful candidate will include but may not be limited to:

• Delivering outstanding instruction and student engagement
• Maintaining an active record of research and scholarly activities
• Serving on university, college, and departmental committees and participate in professional service
• Supporting accreditation maintenance, advise students, as well as engage in community outreach, marketing, and recruitment activities
• Assisting in the coordination of the CMHC and MCFC programs, including the certificate programs

• A doctorate from a CACREP-accredited counselor education and supervision program.
• Experience as a Professional Counselor, eligibility for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) credential in Kentucky, and familiarity in trauma-informed care.
• A history of participation in relevant professional organizations and demonstration of success or potential success in scholarly productivity.

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

For information related to job postings, please email employment@wku.edu.

The Department of Earth, Environmental, & Atmospheric Sciences (EEAS) at Western Kentucky University (WKU) is seeking highly qualified applicants for a nine-month tenure-eligible appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor of Disaster Science with an anticipated start date of August 2025. 

Capitalizing on the recent successes and growth in the Meteorology and Emergency Management Disaster Science programs, WKU is committing to develop a new pillar of academic excellence in Disaster Science and Management. Coinciding with the recent launch of the WKU Consortium of Disaster Science and Management, we seek an interdisciplinary physical scientist with a strong computational background to contribute toward applications of research and teaching in Disaster Science within current and forthcoming degree programs.

The successful candidate will specialize in Disaster Sciences and can demonstrate expertise in one or more of the following (in no particular order):

• The understanding of societal vulnerabilities to atmospheric hazards,
• Disaster management and incident preparedness,
• Geospatial assessment of socioeconomic impacts,
• The utilization of contemporary methodological approaches such as AI/ML.

EEAS currently offers undergraduate programs in Meteorology (the largest in the region; GS-1340), Environmental, Sustainability, and Geographic Studies, and Geological Sciences, and  graduate programs in Geoscience and Homeland Security Science, as well as undergraduate and graduate certificates in Emergency Management Disaster Science and an undergraduate certificate in Geographic Information Systems (GIS). EEAS is actively developing new degree programs in Disaster Science and Management at undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to be instrumental in helping to shape these new degree programs and contribute to our sustained trajectory of success.

The foundation for EEAS degree programs is centered on the development of nationally recognized innovative applied learning methods, acquisition of nationally competitive external funding for robust research and development, and a strong reputation for excellence and student success. In addition to modern state-of-the-art research and operations facilities, the department has cultivated a number of contemporary initiatives and services that support multi-disciplinary collaborations across the university and with its community and industry partners. This includes the Disaster Science Operations Center (DSOC) and the Kentucky Climate Center (KCC), both of which are key operational, research, and data management hubs for the university.

• Earned Ph.D. in Disaster Science, Meteorology, Climatology, Geography, or a closely related field at time of appointment.
• Must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and research at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Will be expected to develop a strong externally funded research program to support student success.
• Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

For information related to job postings, please email employment@wku.edu.

The School of Nursing & Allied Health is pleased to announce plans to establish a Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nurse Anesthesia program and is accepting applications for its founding administrator. In collaboration with the director of the School of Nursing and Allied Health, the program administrator will be involved in developing curriculum and outcomes and will take the lead in seeking accreditation with the Council on Accreditation for Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA). Other responsibilities include:

• Provide guidance to the CRNA faculty, staff, and students within the DNP-CRNA program concentration at the Bowling Green and Owensboro campuses
• Provide oversight of simulation labs at the Bowling Green and Owensboro campuses
• Work with the faculty and staff in the CRNA-DNP program concentration to plan teaching assignments, academic advising responsibilities, classroom scheduling, course schedules and clinical agency contracts
• Ensure the development and delivery of best practices with respect to technology and pedagogy
• Regularly review and evaluate the curriculum for appropriate rigor and scope
• Complete university, college, departmental, state, regulatory, and/or accrediting agency reports for the CRNA-DNP program concentration
• Assure workload reports for all faculty within the CRNA-DNP program concentration are completed annually
• In collaboration with the director of the School of Nursing and Allied Health, the program administrator will participate in hiring and evaluation of faculty and staff working within the CRNA-DNP program concentration
• Monitor or oversee guidance to students, faculty, and support staff in the process of licensure applications for graduating students in the CRNA-DNP program concentration 
• Assure graduates have met all CRNA-DNP program concentration and WKU graduation requirements
• Plan and participate in events related to the CRNA-DNP program concentration, such as new student admissions, recruitment events, career days, and events around graduation
• Participate on university, college, and/or departmental level committees
• Mentor faculty in research activities
• Participate in required ceremonies, orientations, and other community outreach for the department, college, and university
• Communicate periodically with clinical facilities utilized for learning experiences to maintain valid contracts
• Ensure clinical site visits are conducted and oversee student rotation schedules
• Ensure evaluations of affiliate sites and clinical instructors are completed and reviewed
• Oversee and review all applications for student admissions including verification of transcripts
• Provide mentoring and training to the Assistant Program Administrator to fulfill these same duties
• Teaches graduate anesthesia courses, including summers

Qualifications for Appointment at All Ranks

• Eligible for tenure or tenure-eligible faculty line within the nursing program
• Current CRNA certification by NBCRNA
• Current APRN licensure in Kentucky
• Current RN license in Kentucky or compact state
• Minimum of 3 years of teaching and educational administrative experience including curriculum development, instruction, and evaluation at a graduate level with a proven record of establishing and maintaining COA and CCNE accreditation
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience as a CRNA
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
• Live in or be willing to relocate to the Bowling Green, KY area
• Strong leadership and management skills
• Evidence of effective interpersonal and communication skills that promote a collegial environment, effective problem solving, and consensus building
• Distinguished record in and commitment to teaching, scholarship, and service
• Knowledge of current nursing issues
• Participation in at least one professional nursing organization

Additional Qualifications for Appointment at the Rank of Assistant Professor

• Candidates must hold an earned PhD/DNP, in nursing or a related field,
• Candidates must hold at least one graduate degree from a nationally accredited nursing program
• Candidates must demonstrate competence in classroom and online instruction

Additional Qualifications for Appointment at the Rank of Associate Professor

• Candidates must hold an earned PhD/DNP, in nursing or a related field
• Candidates must hold at least one graduate degree from a nationally accredited nursing program
• Candidate must have at least 5 years post-secondary teaching experience
• Candidates must have a minimum of five years at the rank of Assistant Professor or hold a current rank of Associate Professor at their current or former institution
• Candidates must demonstrate a record of research with a current nursing research agenda and a record of funded research
• Candidates must meet departmental, college and university requirements for associate professor

Additional Qualifications for Appointment at the Rank of Professor

• Candidates must hold an earned PhD/DNP, in nursing or a related field,
• Candidates must hold at least one graduate degree from a nationally accredited nursing program
• Candidates must demonstrate competence in classroom and online instruction
• Candidate must have a minimum of five years at the rank of Associate Professor or hold a current rank of Full Professor at their current or former institution
• Candidates must demonstrate an exemplary and sustained record of research with a current nursing research agenda and a record of externally funded research
• Candidates must meet departmental, college and university requirements for professor

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

For information related to job postings, please email employment@wku.edu.

Western Kentucky University's (WKU) Department of Society, Culture, Crime, & Justice Studies invites applications for an Assistant Professor position. This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track eligible position to begin August 15, 2025.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Sociology, Criminology, or Criminal Justice completed by the time of appointment. The primary expectation for the position is the delivery of high-quality instruction of elective and core requirements supporting the undergraduate program in Criminology. Primary area of specialization is Juvenile Delinquency. Ability to deliver both face-to-face and online instruction is required. Demonstrated excellence in teaching and an ongoing record of scholarly research are essential.  Involvement in service activities is an expectation of the position once selected.

The Department of Society, Culture, Crime, & Justice Studies offers bachelor's degrees in Criminology, Sociology, and Anthropology and partners with the Department of Political Science to offer a certificate in Citizenship & Social Justice. The department currently has over approximately 400 undergraduate majors matriculating through its programs. Specifically, 39% of students pursuing our majors are first-generation college students and 27% are underrepresented minorities with 15% who are both. Our faculty are dedicated to improving the quality of life for students of multicultural backgrounds and, through a welcoming and supportive environment, helping them excel academically and socially. For more information on our department and our programs, please visit our website at https://www.wku.edu/sccjs/.

Ph.D. in Sociology, Criminology, or Criminal Justice completed by the time of appointment. 

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

For information related to job postings, please email employment@wku.edu.

The job entails working on an externally funded grant dealing with machine learning and near-surface meteorology. The applicant is expected to have a firm grasp on calculus based meteorology, statistics, and GIS. The applicant will work primarily work on the meteorological component of the grant with focus on temperature inversions and climate change indices that will be derived from Kentucky Mesonet data. The applicant will also be expected to produce GIS maps of land use/land cover, remotes sensing products, and Kentucky mesonet derived fields.

• A Bachelor's degree in meteorology
• An undergraduate certificate in GIS

Hourly Rate:  $15.00

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

For information related to job postings, please email employment@wku.edu.