This position requires a dental degree (DMD or DDS) from a program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), and successful completion of a two year CODA accredited orofacial pain program.

1 Year

Board Eligible or Board Certified in Orofacial Pain and eligibility for dental licensure in Kentucky.

The University of Kentucky College of Dentistry is seeking applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor in Orofacial Pain. This is a full time, 12-month assignment period, Special Title Series, tenure track eligible position at the rank of Assistant or Associate 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, 2027.

Position Description:
Under the supervision of the Chief, Division of Orofacial Pain, this orofacial pain faculty member will participate in the academic, research and service programs of the Division of Orofacial Pain within the Department of Oral Health Science and help strengthen both the pre-doctoral and post-doctoral programs in orofacial pain. This individual will work with other faculty and staff in the Division to strengthen the educational, service and research programs for the Division, consistent with the University's goals. This position is also critical to faculty development and succession planning within the Division of Orofacial Pain. The selected individual will mentor junior faculty, foster leadership growth, and help ensure the long-term stability and continuity of academic and clinical programs through thoughtful planning and professional development initiatives.

Primary Funding Source: College of Dentistry (combination of state line support and clinical income)

1. Provide post-doctoral education in the Orofacial Pain Residency Program.

2. Mentor post-doctoral student research in orofacial pain.

3. Provide clinical care for patients experiencing chronic painful disorders of the orofacial complex within a multidisciplinary clinic setting.

4. Supervise clinical care provided by residents in the orofacial pain clinic.

5. Teach and direct appropriate division, college and university courses.

6. Collaborate with the different divisions at the College of Dentistry and other Colleges to foster the dental education programs.

7. Publish scholarship and research results. Attempt to acquire extramural funding for research activities.

8. Present scholarship and research results at state, national and international meetings.

9. Serve on various College, University and national committees as requested or appointed.

Instruction 40-55%

Research, Scholarship, and other Creative Activities 15-20%

Service, including patient care 20-25%

Administration 5-10%

Personal/Professional Development 5-10%

Total 100%

In a discipline that aligns with the needs of the Department or College. (*Orofacial Pain)

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 comprehensive 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.

Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Inquiries regarding the position may be submitted via email to Dr. Isabel Moreno-Hay, Division Chief of Orofacial Pain at imo226@uky.edu.

Interested applicants should submit an application along with:
• Letter of interest
• Curriculum vitae
• Names and contact information for three references when prompted in the application

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Teaching, Mentoring, Clinical Care, Collaboration, Administration, Supervision, Scholarship, Research

An advanced degree, such as a MS degree, is strongly preferred. In the case of foreign-trained applicants, equivalent credentials will be accepted in lieu of the above. Licensure or eligibility for licensure to practice dentistry in the Commonwealth of Kentucky is required. A demonstrated track record of success in academic orofacial pain is highly desirable.

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.