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Industry Extension Specialist II

Deadline
Nov 01, 2026
Closing in 13 days
Location
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United States
Employment
None
Full time
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Posted Oct 03, 2026
Offered salary$53,061-87,526/year

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Industry Extension Specialist II

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Posting Details

Posting Details
Job Title Industry Extension Specialist II
Requisition Number RE56023
Working Title Instructional Lab Manager
Department Name 8H090:OISTL/Engineering Distance Learning
Work Location Paducah, KY
Grade Level 46
Salary Range $53,061-87,526/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience More than six months, but less than one year
Required License/Registration/Certification None
Physical Requirements none
Shift Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm (40 hours/week)
Job Summary The individual will support the educational missions at the University of Kentucky Pigman College of Engineering Paducah Campus, with primary responsibilities in instruction and laboratory development in Laser and Photonics Engineering Technology.Duties include, but are not limited to:
  • Teaching undergraduate-level courses in Laser and Photonics Engineering and Technology, with an emphasis on hands-on, laboratory-based learning.
  • Developing laboratory instructional materials and activities, and managing laboratory facilities to ensure safe operations and compliance with applicable safety and regulatory requirements.
  • Managing the purchasing, inventory, maintenance, and organization of equipment, supplies, and materials associated with the laser and photonics laboratories.
  • Participating in K–12, industry, and community outreach programs and activities hosted on campus.
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 11/01/2026
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Posting Specific Questions

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  1. * Please explain what course/s you would be interested in teaching.

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