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Welcome to Eastern Kentucky University's Careers!

At EKU, we are a school of opportunity. We create and sustain a workplace culture of excellence and high engagement, foster innovation, and growth, promote respect, and support the integration of the demands of work and life. Come join us in our mission!

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Development and Alumni Engagement Student Liaison

  • 497676
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

The Development and Alumni Engagement Student Liaison will carry out daily administrative duties of the division, provide customer service to alumni, donors, students, and potential future colonels, and work closely with the Development and Alumni Engagement team as well as the Student Alumni Ambassador Advisor's to plan, organize, promote, execute, and follow-up all alumni and philanthropic events.

BSW Intern

  • 497665
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

The Intern for the Office of the Dean of Students will assist in mentoring, academic coaching, and outreach to students who need additional support in their efforts to earn a college degree.

Graduate Assistant - Construction Management Program

  • 497672
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Graduate Assistant

The Graduate Assistant within the Construction Management Program is an enrolled EKU student in the Graduate degree program that will work with the Faculty and Staff to perform required duties as needed on a daily basis regarding classes and office tasks.

Student Involvement Associate

  • 497675
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

Student Employees assist with the daily operations of the Center for Student Involvement (CSI) by providing excellent customer service, supporting campus events and programs, and contributing to a welcoming and engaging environment for students, staff, and visitors.

Creative/SID Assistant (Part-Time Staff)

  • 497670
  • Richmond Campus
  • Athletics Positions
  • Part-Time Staff

astern Kentucky University Athletics is seeking a part-time Creative Assistant/Sports Information Director to support the athletic communications and creative content operations for EKU's intercollegiate athletics programs.

Housing Student Technician

  • 497671
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

The Student Housing Technician will work as part of a team to make basic repairs and perform maintenance in our campus residence halls.

Colonel Creator & Engagement Ambassador

  • 497659
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

This role offers the opportunity to represent the Eastern Kentucky University brand across the University’s main social media platforms, create engaging content and serve as a student voice for current and prospective students in EKU's department of Marketing and Communications.

Clinical Skills Lab Worker

  • 497667
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Health Sciences
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

Working in nursing skills lab to set up and break down for nursing classes and simulation.

CFOR Office Assistant

  • 497664
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Science, Tech, Eng & Math
  • Student

The Department of Chemistry and Forensic Science is accepting applications for a Student Office Assistant. The employee will direct and provide front office customer service, faculty support, assist with general office duties such as data entries, filing, maintaining office supply inventory, posting announcements, assist with special events, etc. Appointment is for the Fall 2026 semester, with the option to renew as openings are available.

Environmental Health and Safety Technician

  • 497663
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

EH&S Technicians will participate in the Department of Environmental Health and Safety activities including AED inspections, life safety building inspections, laboratory safety inspections, fume hood testing, hazardous chemical inventories, hazardous waste tracking, safety training (OSHA), environmental training (EPA).

Fire Extinguisher Lab Technician

  • 497661
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

The fire extinguisher lab at Eastern Kentucky University is seeking students to conduct fire extinguisher inspections and maintenance of fire extinguishers on campus.

CFOR Lab Prep Assistant

  • 497658
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Science, Tech, Eng & Math
  • Student

The Department of Chemistry and Forensic Science is accepting applications for Lab Prep Assistant(s). Appointment is for the Fall 2026 semester, with the option to renew as openings are available.

Part-Time Faculty - Mathematics & Statistics

  • 497653
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Science, Tech, Eng & Math
  • Part-Time Faculty

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for a part-time faculty position to teach courses in the Academic Year 2026-2027. Applicants should hold an earned master’s degree in mathematics, or a related field with at least 18 credit hours in graduate-level mathematics, from a regionally (SACS, Middle States, North Central, etc.) accredited or internationally recognized institution at the time of appointment. Part-time faculty may teach up to nine credit hours, depending on departmental needs.

USAC Ambassador Education Abroad Student Worker

  • 497657
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

The Education Abroad Office is looking for an outgoing student worker with study abroad experience through USAC, who is interested in sharing their experience and supporting the office and other students in their efforts to study abroad.

Bratzke Center- Student Tutor

  • 497654
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

This is a position for current students who are passionate about tutoring student-athletes in various courses offered at EKU. Students employed in this position are responsible for ensuring the ongoing success of the program by serving as a learning resource for our student athletes and representing the Bratzke Center in a professional manner. Must provide at least 2 academic references to be contacted to be considered (professor, academic advisor, mentor, current/past EKU supervisor if have worked on campus etc..)

Education Abroad Student Worker

  • 497656
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

The Education Abroad Office is looking for an outgoing student worker, preferably with study abroad experience, who is interested in sharing their experience and supporting the office and other students in their efforts to study abroad here at EKU.

Assistant Professor, Special Education

  • 497217
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Education & Applied Human Sciences
  • Fulltime Faculty

The School of Education at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor for Academic Year 2026-2027. Applicants should hold an earned Ph.D. in Special Education or a related field from an accredited institution at the time of appointment. ABD applicants may be considered with evidence of a scheduled doctoral defense that occurs no later than May prior to a Fall appointment. The position begins August 2026.

Assistant Professor of Counselor Education

  • 497305
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Education & Applied Human Sciences
  • Fulltime Faculty

The CACREP-accredited Counselor Education Program in the Department of Clinical Therapeutic Programs at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor for Academic Year 2026-2027. Applicants should hold an earned Ed.D. or Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP-accredited institution/program. ABD applicants may be considered with evidence of a scheduled doctoral defense that occurs no later than May 2026 prior to an August 2026 appointment. Applicants must also hold an active state counseling license and both be eligible for Kentucky clinical counseling licensure and willing to pursue Kentucky licensure within one year. The position begins August 2026.

Part-Time Secondary Instructors - Biological Sciences

  • 497643
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Science, Tech, Eng & Math
  • Part-Time Faculty

The Dept Biological Sciences at EKU is seeking part-time Secondary Instructors starting Fall 2026 to work with program faculty assisting in teaching undergraduate lectures & laboratories. Required: Bachelor’s degree in the teaching (or related) discipline, or Bachelor's degree with at least 18 graduate hours in the teaching (or related) discipline.

Part-time Faculty, Dept. of Agriculture

  • 497560
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Science, Tech, Eng & Math
  • Student Support Positions
  • Part-Time Faculty

The Department of Agriculture at EKU is seeking part-time instructors to teach undergraduate lectures and laboratories, starting Fall 2026 semester with options to renew. Candidates must have a minimum of a Master's degree with at least 18 graduate credit hours in the related field from a regionally (SACS, Middle States, North Central, etc.) accredited or internationally recognized institution; Ph.D. preferred.

Part-Time Faculty, OSH

  • 497652
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Justice, Safety & Military Science
  • Part-Time Faculty

The University is accepting applications for Part-Time Faculty in our Occupational Safety (OSH) program on campus on an ongoing and as-needed basis. When an opening is available, your application will be considered in the applicant pool.

CFOR Undergraduate Lab Assistant

  • 497645
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Science, Tech, Eng & Math
  • Student

The Department of Chemistry and Forensic Science is seeking Undergraduate Laboratory Assistants to assist with the coverage of laboratory courses under the supervision of the laboratory course coordinator and/or a faculty supervisor.

Counselor

  • 497644
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Fulltime Staff

An EKU Counselor provides for the psychological needs of the university student community through the development and application of research-based psychological principles and techniques within the context of the University's and Counseling Center's mission to promote the personal, social and academic development and overall success of the university students.

Coordinator, Hospitality Services

  • 497633
  • Richmond Campus
  • Arlington
  • Hospitality Positions
  • Fulltime Staff

The Hospitality Services Coordinator supports the Hospitality Operations Manager in delivering exceptional service and daily operations at the University Club at Arlington. This position is responsible for overseeing the execution of club events, supervising seasonal pool operations, and ensuring an outstanding experience for members, guests, alumni, donors, and university partners.

Director of Operations

  • 497634
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Fulltime Administrator

The Director of Housing Operations is responsible for the strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive university housing operation, with a primary focus on driving business innovation through data systems and . The incumbent provides leadership for developing responsible, effective, and ethical business practices while overseeing the daily operation of the operations portion of the housing portfolio. The Director of Operations works closely with the Director of Residence Life to ensure all efforts of Housing & Residence Life are cohesive and efficient. Actively serving as the leader of administration, facilities, and technology for the department, the Director spearheads innovation across all housing operational functions. This role leads facilitation and liaises with campus partners on advanced systems configurations, workflow automations, and integrations. Creating data-driven assessments and reports, the Director works to optimize occupancy, streamline central office processes, and inform institutional decision-making.

Coordinator, Fraternity & Sorority Life and Student Involvement

  • 497632
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Fulltime Staff

Coordinates and supports the administration of Fraternity & Sorority Life and Student Involvement by advising student leaders, facilitating organizational operations, promoting student engagement, ensuring compliance with university policies, and collaborating with campus partners to enhance the student experience.

Aquatic Ecology Research Assistant

  • 497648
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Science, Tech, Eng & Math
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

The Department of Biological Sciences is seeking a motivated and reliable undergraduate student researcher to assist with aquatic biology research.