Assistant, Associate or Professor Division of Periodontics at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky

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Job Description:


University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details

Job Title Assistant, Associate or Professor Division of Periodontics
Requisition Number FE04108
Working Title
Department Name 7A730:Division of Periodontics
Work Location Lexington, KY
Type of Position Faculty
Position Time Status Full-Time
Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track
Required Education DMD or DDS degree from a CODA accredited institution and eligible for full or faculty dental
license in the state of Kentucky
Required Related Experience N/A
Required License/Registration/Certification Eligibility for academic dental license through the Kentucky Board of Dentistry
Certificate in periodontology from an institution accredited by the Commission on Dental
Accreditation
Board Eligible or Certified of the American Board of Periodontology
Eligible for an unrestricted or faculty-limited Kentucky dental license
Job Summary The University of Kentucky, College of Dentistry is seeking applications for a full time Clinical Title Series in the Division of Periodontology, Department of Oral Health Practice. This is a full time, 12-month assignment period, Clinical Title Series, non-tenure track eligible position at the rank of Assistant, Associate or Professor. Exceptional benefits are provided for this position which can be reviewed at the following link: Insurance and retirement benefits | UK Human Resources (uky.edu). The anticipated start date for this assignment is July 1, 2024.


This position represents an exciting opportunity to contribute to the periodontology education of young clinicians and academicians who represent the future of our specialty and profession. Responsibilities include didactic and clinical teaching in the pre-doctoral and post-doctoral educational programs, participation in research and other scholarly activity, treatment of patients in the intramural faculty practice, and service to the College, University, and profession. The individual must possess a DMD/DDS degree from a CODA accredited institution or proof of graduation from a non-CODA accredited dental school and evidence that the degree makes the candidate eligible to practice dentistry in the jurisdiction from which the applicant graduated. The individual must also possess a certificate of advanced education/ training in Periodontology from an institution accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). In addition, the applicant must be board eligible or board certified from The American Board of Periodontology. Applicant must be eligible for an unrestricted or faculty-limited Kentucky dental license. The College of Dentistry is part of the Chandler Medical Center.

Responsibilities:

The faculty member reports directly to the Division Chief of Periodontics and serves as faculty
member of that division in the department of Oral Health Practice. The scope of the position
include:
1. Provide didactic and clinical instruction, supervision, and course directorship in the
predoctoral DMD and postdoctoral Periodontics programs
2. Participate in inter-disciplinary graduate level seminars
3. Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of educational
programs in the Division of Periodontics or in the College-at-large.
4. Engage in research/scholarship by participating in the ongoing research efforts of the
Division of Periodontics, and/or collaborating with other Divisions in the College of
Dentistry.
5. Demonstrate capability of contributing to and obtaining extramural funding for
research.
6. Present research results at national and international meetings and publish results in
peer-reviewed journals.
7. Advise and mentor pre-doctoral and post-doctoral students in their research projects.
8. Participate in continuing education courses and present in local or national meeting.
9. Provide high quality periodontal treatment for patients in the faculty practice.
10. Actively participate on division, departmental, college, and university committees.
11. Participate in activities to maintain a current knowledge of periodontics.

DOE: (figures are approximations only and are subject to change based
on the needs of the division and institution)

Instruction/Teaching 60-65%
Research/Scholarly Activity 10-15%
Service (including direct patient care) 20-25%
Professional Development 5-10%
Total 100%

Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.

Interested applicants should submit an application as well as include:
• Letter of interest
• Curriculum vitae
• Names and contact information for three references when prompted in the application
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Leadership, and Supervision
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled Yes
University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.


As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.


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 check and/or drug screen.



Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Where did you first see this position advertised, other than on the UK Jobs system?
    • InsideHigherEd.com
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • Diverse Issues in Higher Education
    • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
    • InsightintoDiversity.com
    • Academic Keys
    • Latinos in Higher Education
    • Indeed.com
    • A colleague, friend, and/or family member
    • UK Job Fair
    • None of the above

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Curriculum Vita
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents








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