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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

$43K - $57K/yr

... Associate level and work more independently and autonomously. This job supports managers and ... Communications Strategy & Dissemination * Explores and develops new approaches to communicate ...

PHI Health

Communications Specialist

Lexington, KY

$53K - $70K/yr

Communications Specialist - Lexington, Kentucky Join our life-saving team and take advantage of: * a sign-on bonus up to $7,500! * 3/4 schedule Are you ready to elevate your career to new heights?

PHI Health

Communications Specialist

Lexington, KY · On-site

$53K - $70K/yr

Communications Specialist - Lexington, Kentucky Join our life-saving team and take advantage of: * a sign-on bonus up to $7,500! * 3/4 schedule Are you ready to elevate your career to new heights?

Alphabe Insight Inc

Communications Assistant

Louisville, KY · On-site

$39K - $53K/yr

The Communications Assistant will play a key role in supporting internal and external communication initiatives. This position involves coordinating messaging, assisting with content development, and ...

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How much do communications associate jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for communications associate in Kentucky is $49,931.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,500.00 and $56,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Communications Associates?

Communications Associates are professionals responsible for supporting an organization’s communication strategies, both internally and externally. They help craft press releases, manage social media accounts, coordinate media outreach, and assist with the creation of marketing materials. Communications Associates often work closely with public relations and marketing teams to maintain a consistent brand message and ensure effective dissemination of information. Their role is crucial in shaping public perception and promoting organizational goals.

What are some common challenges a Communications Associate faces when managing internal and external messaging?

Communications Associates often juggle multiple projects with tight deadlines, which can make prioritizing tasks and maintaining message consistency challenging. They must adapt messaging for different audiences, ensuring clarity and alignment with organizational goals while also responding quickly to emerging issues or feedback. Collaborating across departments is key, as information often needs to be gathered from various teams, requiring strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.

What Is a Communications Associate?

A communications associate assists a marketing or advertising team with a variety of tasks. As a communications associate, you may be responsible for copywriting promotional materials, designing simple graphics, managing social media and outreach, launching email campaigns, researching media coverage, and promoting products. You also typically perform administrative duties as needed. Qualifications for this job include a mix of related skills and experience. Most employers require candidates to have a bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or a similar field. Completing internships at ad or marketing agencies helps to improve your career opportunities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Communications Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Communications Associate, you need strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or a related field. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), social media platforms, and graphic design tools like Adobe Creative Suite is commonly expected. Attention to detail, creativity, and the ability to collaborate effectively with teams are standout soft skills for this role. These skills ensure clear messaging, brand consistency, and effective engagement with target audiences across multiple channels.
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Infographic showing various Communications Associate job openings in Kentucky as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,931 per year, or $24 per hour.
Assistant, Associate, or Professor in Center for Oral Health Research and Division of Public Health

Assistant, Associate, or Professor in Center for Oral Health Research and Division of Public Health

University of Kentucky

Lexington, KY • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 8 days ago

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Job Title Assistant, Associate, or Professor in Center for Oral Health Research and Division of Public Health Requisition Number FE04945 Working Title Department Name 7A005:RESEARCH & GRADUATE STUDIES Work Location Lexington, KY Type of Position Faculty Position Time Status Full-Time Tenure Track Status Tenure Track Required Education
This position requires a dental degree (DMD or DDS) or dental health provider credentials.
Required Related Experience
Since this is a tenure track line, ability and experience in research conduct is also important and required for this position.
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Job Summary
POSITION DESCRIPTION
This faculty member will participate in the academic, research and service programs in the Center for Oral Health Research to and help develop partnerships, and programs to educate the future dental professionals, help reduce health disparities and increase research funding. Important collaborative leadership relationships are with the Division of Public health, the UK College of Public Health, Medicine, and the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services. This individual will work with other faculty and staff in the Division and other Colleges to increase funding to strengthen educational, service and research programs for UKCD and to improve overall scholarly productivity for the Center, consistent with the University's goals to achieve top twenty status.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The faculty member reports directly to the Associate Dean for Research (main report), as well as to the Division Chief of Public Health Dentistry. The duties of the position include:
1. To participate in the teaching activities of the Division of Public Health Dentistry and Center of Oral health Research, including graduate program courses and the predoctoral basic science courses.
2. To co-direct graduate programs courses related to research conduct and translational sciences
3. To oversee and participate in the research activities of the Center for Oral Health Research
4. To collaborate with the division chief the public health and or dental care services in community based settings as part of dental outreach programs.
5. To oversee and participate in funding procurement activities for research and public health services.
PERCENTAGE OF TIME AND EFFORT (DOE)
Instruction 30-40%
Research, Scholarship 40-50%
Service 3-5%
Administration 10-20%
Professional Development and other creative activities 10%
TOTAL 100%
CRITERIA FOR APPOINTMENT AND/OR PROMOTION
Special Title Series/Academic Clinician Scientist
Assistant Professor
Post DMD/DDS and postgraduate training with important commitment to clinical service and academic community.
Evidence of or potential for a high level of clinical competence in a clinical or public health area. Use of innovative approaches, technologies, instrumentation, or systems of patient care in a clinical or public health discipline.
Evidence of or potential for recognition by peers and patients as an outstanding clinician or public health practitioner. Evidence of a developing leadership role in a clinical service or dental health system. Active participation in local, regional, or national professional organizations.
Evidence of or potential for recognition by dental students, residents, fellows, other learners, and peers for excellence in teaching.
Evidence of or potential for scholarly communications, such as clinical observations, case reports, analytic studies, reviews, policy reports, chapters, clinical manuals, and treatment guidelines.
and/or
Dissemination of clinical or public health knowledge, techniques, and technologies through syllabi, video and audio learning aids, computer-based material, or professional communications.
Associate Professor
Excellent service as assistant professor at UKCD (or its equivalent elsewhere) with record of excellence in clinical and academic community service and teaching.
Evidence of advancement of skills/knowledge in the field as recognized by peers, programs, certification or advanced degree(s).*
Emerging regional or national reputation as a clinical authority in a clinical (generalist or specialist) or public health field.
Introduces and evaluates new, innovative approaches locally and develops standards for patient care and/or public health practice. Has collaborative role in clinical trials and clinical investigations.
Emerging reputation for excellence in clinical or public health practice.
Recognition as an excellent teacher at regional level. Service as role model of a practicing dentist for students, residents, and fellows.
Continuing publications of important reviews, analytic studies, chapters, and educational textbooks as well as clinical or public health observations. Scholarly activity may be demonstrated in a variety of forms including written form, audio and video learning aids, and computer-based material. Evidence that candidate has stimulated trainees and colleagues to prepare clinical and/or public health papers and reviews. These activities may include engagement with communities outside the University.
Professor
Excellent service as associate professor at UKCD (or its equivalent elsewhere) with outstanding accomplishments as clinician and a teacher, as well as service to academic community.
Evidence of advancement of skills/knowledge in the field as recognized by peers, programs, certification or advanced degree(s).*
Development or introduction and evaluation of new approaches to patient care or public health practice. Ongoing collaborative role in clinical trials or clinical investigation.
Development of national or international reputation for excellence in clinical or public health practice, and as an authority in a clinical field or public health or both.
Significant leadership role in provision of clinical or public health care in health care system.
Leadership role in professional societies, with active participation in development of the societies' programs or policies. Academic recognition by award of honors by professional societies.
Recognition as an outstanding teacher. Leadership role and significant contributions to teaching programs at local, regional, and national levels. Evidence of service as effective role model and mentor for dental students, trainees, and colleagues.
Publications of major reviews, chapters, and educational textbooks, as well as clinical or public health observations and analytic studies. Important impact on and participation in development of national standards for patient care or public health practice.
Continuing dissemination of clinical and/or public health expertise in written form, by multimedia learning aids, or through computer-based material. These accomplishments may include engagement with communities outside the University.
* In a discipline that aligns with the needs of the Department or College
These guidelines are to be used in conjunction with the definitions and examples of scholarship and excellence, and the Statements of Evidence provided in the College of Dentistry Appointment, Promotion, and Tenure procedures.

The University of Kentucky's Statement on Benefits: Employment at UK is subject to fund availability and comes with many rewards, focusing on your total well-being and career development, with leadership striving to provide a strong work-life integration. The university generously contributes to employees' retirement plans, medical coverage, and life insurance. In addition, UK offers optional benefits such as dental and vision insurance, additional retirement plans and much more. To learn more about these benefits, please visit: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/our-benefits.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience
A master's degree in public health or experience with Public health service and statistics is preferred, along with knowledge of basic science curriculum and integration science for dental students.
Experience with an academic institution and teaching is also preferable.
Deadline to Apply Open Until Filled Yes 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 or whether the person is a smoker or nonsmoker, as long as the person complies with University regulation concerning smoking.
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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The University of Kentucky (UK), the state's flagship university, was founded in 1865 and its beautiful, sprawling campus, nestled in downtown Lexington, now covers over 900 acres and is home to more than 30,000 students and approximately 13,500 employees. The trees and beautifully manicured greenspaces are a source of pride for the university and combine to create an impressive oasis amidst the busy cityscape that surrounds it.

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