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Industry Extension Specialist II
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University of Kentucky is hiring an Industry Extension Specialist II, working title Instructional Lab Manager, to support the Pigman College of Engineering Paducah Campus. The role centers on instruction and laboratory development in Laser and Photonics Engineering Technology. It combines classroom teaching with running the laser and photonics labs and joining campus outreach programs.
Highlights
- Teach undergraduate courses in Laser and Photonics Engineering and Technology with a hands-on, lab-based emphasis.
- Develop laboratory instructional materials and activities.
- Manage laboratory facilities for safe operations and compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
- Handle purchasing, inventory, maintenance, and organization of laser and photonics lab equipment and supplies.
- Participate in K-12, industry, and community outreach programs hosted on campus.
- Hold a bachelor's degree and more than six months of related experience.
- Show strong technical expertise in Laser and Photonics Engineering and clear written and verbal communication.
- Prefer an MS degree in Laser and Photonics Engineering or a closely related field, though extensive industry experience can substitute.
- Salary range of $53,061 to $87,526 per year.
- Work Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, 40 hours a week.
Industry Extension Specialist II Full Description
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Industry Extension Specialist II
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
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.
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
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.
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