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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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Visiting Lecturer (Biomedical Sciences)

  • 497523
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Science, Tech, Eng & Math
  • Fulltime Faculty

The Department of Biological Sciences at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for a 9-month Visiting Lecturer for Academic Year 2026-2027. Applicants should hold an earned Ph.D. in Biology (anatomy and physiology) or a related field from an accredited institution at the time of appointment. Review of applications will begin 30 June 2026. The position begins 1 August 2026. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Arlington Groundskeeper

  • 497501
  • Other EKU Location
  • Arlington
  • Seasonal or Temporary

As a groundskeeper at University Club at Arlington, your main responsibility will be to ensure that the golf course and surrounding grounds are well maintained and attractive for club members and visitors alike.

Part-Time Faculty, Business Law

  • 497544
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Business
  • Part-Time Faculty

The College of Business at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for a part-time faculty position to teach courses in business law.

Student Employee

  • 497543
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

Student Accounting Services is seeking to hire a student employee to provide office support.

Graduate Assistant, MFA in Creative Writing

  • 497542
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Graduate Assistant

The halftime MFA Graduate Assistant performs a vital role in the promotional aspects of the MFA program while also assisting in data collection and editing important to the program's continued success. 

Part-Time Faculty, School of Music

  • 497287
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Letters, Arts & Soc Sciences
  • Part-Time Faculty

The School of Music at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for a part-time faculty position to teach courses in Music.

Assistant Professor of Management

  • 497527
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Business
  • Fulltime Faculty

The College of Business at Eastern Kentucky University in Richmond, Kentucky invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor for Academic Year 2027-28. Applicants should hold an earned Ph.D. or D.B.A in Management, with a specific teaching and research focus in Entrepreneurship, from an AACSB International 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 2027.

Athletic Trainer, Sports Medicine

  • 497526
  • Richmond Campus
  • Athletics Positions
  • Fulltime Staff

This position is responsible for the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries to collegiate athletes. In addition, the Athletic Trainer for Sports Medicine administers drug testing, insurance coordination, and travels with athletic teams to all events. The incumbent reports to the Associate AD Sports Medicine in the administration of a Division I intercollegiate Athletic program in adherence to all university and Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure regulations.

Part-Time Faculty, Managerial Communication

  • 497519
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Business
  • Part-Time Faculty

The College of Business at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for a part-time faculty position to teach courses in managerial communication.

Biology Student Tutor Fall 2026

  • 497528
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Science, Tech, Eng & Math
  • Student

The Biological Sciences department is seeking undergraduate and graduate students to serve as tutors in the department's Peer Mentoring Center for the Fall 2026 semester. Students will be responsible for providing in-person and virtual tutoring in a one-on-one or group setting. Some evenings may be required. Previous tutoring experience is preferred but not required.

Part-Time Faculty, General Business

  • 497520
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Business
  • Part-Time Faculty

The College of Business at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for a part-time faculty position to teach courses in general business.

Graduate Assistant-Criminology and Criminal Justice

  • 497524
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Justice, Safety & Military Science
  • Student Support Positions
  • Graduate Assistant

Graduate Assistant will work up to 20 hours per week with a graduate faculty member in the School of Justice Studies. Minimal teaching duties may be included as part of the position.

Part-Time Faculty, Marketing

  • 497518
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Business
  • Student Support Positions
  • Part-Time Faculty

The College of Business at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for a part-time faculty position to teach courses in marketing.

Graduate Assistant - Computer Science & Information Technology

  • 497513
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Science, Tech, Eng & Math
  • Graduate Assistant

Graduate teaching assistants assist in maintaining computer labs, provide in-class assistance and tutoring to undergraduate students, and grade course assignments related to computer concepts and/or programming.

Specialist, Master Fine Arts Program

  • 497497
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Letters, Arts & Soc Sciences
  • Part-Time Staff

The MFA Program Specialist is responsible for staffing the Bluegrass Writers Studio office; creating and distributing marketing materials; maintaining the social media presence of the Bluegrass Writers Studio; updating the MFA student handbook; assisting the Program Director in arranging, preparing, and coordinating the domestic summer residency in July; assisting students with enrollment for the summer residency in Lisbon, Portugal; providing technical assistance to online graduate students; and serving as managing editor for the literary journal Jelly Bucket, including all aspects of production and distribution.

Specialist, Central Stores Logistics

  • 497396
  • Richmond Campus
  • Administrative Support Positions
  • Fulltime Staff

The Central Stores Logistics Specialist is responsible for assisting the Central Stores Supervisor logistically. They will be the primary delivery person and will be the bridge between the campus and the warehouse. They will maintain the chain of custody with detailed record keeping and reporting along with any other duties assigned by the Central Stores Supervisor.

Director of Orchestral Studies

  • 497425
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Letters, Arts & Soc Sciences
  • Fulltime Faculty

The School of Music, a unit of the Institute for Creative and Collaborative Arts at Eastern Kentucky University, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position as Director of Orchestral Studies, beginning 2027-28.

Research Assistant

  • 497506
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

Seeking to hire a student worker to assist with a research project on Artificial Intelligence. All training needed will be provided.

Part-Time Faculty, Communication

  • 497502
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Letters, Arts & Soc Sciences
  • Student Support Positions
  • Part-Time Faculty

Adjunct faculty are needed to teach face-to-face courses in Communication Studies, Broadcasting and Electronic Media (Film Techniques and Multimedia Journalism), and Public Relations at the Richmond campus.

Graduate Assistant Research

  • 497500
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Education & Applied Human Sciences
  • Student Support Positions
  • Graduate Assistant

The School of Education has openings for highly motivated and detail-oriented Graduate Assistants (GAs) to support key administrative, communication, programmatic functions, and research within the school.

Bursar

  • 497412
  • Richmond Campus
  • Financial Positions
  • Fulltime Staff

The Bursar provides strategic leadership and oversight for the institution’s student accounts, cashiering, collection, billing, and operations, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of all tuition, fee, and related financial transactions. This position plays a vital role in supporting the University’s administrative and student service functions through the timely and accurate billing, collection, and reconciliation of student accounts.

Model Lab School Girls' Varsity Basketball Head Coach

  • 497455
  • Richmond Campus
  • Model Lab School Positions
  • Model Staff & Faculty
  • Seasonal or Temporary

Be a part of a winning girls' varsity basketball team in a world-class school environment as the Head Coach at Model Laboratory School. The Patriots have a rich heritage and a family atmosphere where teamwork is valued.

Part-Time Secondary Instructors, Dept. Chemistry and Forensic Science

  • 497451
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Science, Tech, Eng & Math
  • Student Support Positions
  • Part-Time Faculty

The Department of Chemistry and Forensic Science at EKU is seeking part-time Secondary Instructors to work with program faculty, assisting in teaching undergraduate lectures and laboratories. Appointments will begin this Fall 2026 semester, with options to renew on a semester-to-semester basis, as available.

Pest Control Technician

  • 497446
  • Richmond Campus
  • Skilled Craft Positions
  • Fulltime Staff

The Pest Control Technician serves as a utility worker within the Facilities Services Department, performing a combination of functions as needed to properly care for University property and service customers. These responsibilities can include: (1) Ensuring proper treatment and inspections of all university facilities and grounds as well as provision of emergency pest control. All other duties as assigned.