Assistant or Associate Professor in Orofacial Pain at University of Kentucky – Lexington, Kentucky

University of Kentucky

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Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleAssistant or Associate Professor in Orofacial PainRequisition NumberFE04793Working TitleDepartment Name7A800:DENTISTRY ORAL HEALTH SCIENCEWork LocationLexington, KYType of PositionFacultyPosition Time Status Full-TimeTenure Track StatusTenure TrackRequired EducationThis 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.Required Related Experience1 YearRequired License/Registration/CertificationBoard Eligible or Board Certified in Orofacial Pain and eligibility for dental licensure in Kentucky.Job SummaryThe 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)
Suggested Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: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.
Distribution of Effort: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%
Appointment/Promotion Criteria:Special Title Series – Academic Dental Educator
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 excellent teaching, clinical service and research activity appropriate for the individual’s designated DOE.
• Evidence of advancement of skills/knowledge in the field as recognized by peers, programs, certification or advanced degree(s).* (Orofacial Pain)
• Continuing excellent and high-quality contributions to the teaching of dental students, residents, graduate students, and other trainees. Recognition of excellence which may be available from formal peer evaluations, student evaluations, or teaching awards. Publication of important and original clinical research appropriate for the research allocation described on the individual’s DOE. Impact and value of teaching and research should be recognized beyond the local level, as demonstrated by invitations to speak in other hospitals, other dental schools, programs of professional societies and/or continuing dental education courses.
• Publication of clinical observations, reviews, and/or original clinical research appropriate for the allocations described on the individual’s DOE in peer- reviewed journals.
• Emerging reputation within his or her field and recognition as an authority in specialty both inside and outside the UK dental community; leadership role in dental health system which may include teaching or research engagement activities with the communities outside the University; and active membership in professional societies.

Professor

• Excellent service as associate professor at UKCD (or its equivalent elsewhere) with important accomplishments in teaching, clinical service and research activity appropriate for the individual’s designated DOE.
• Evidence of advancement of skills/knowledge in the field as recognized by peers, programs, certification or advanced degree(s). (Orofacial Pain)
• Recognition as an excellent educator for dental students, residents, graduate students, and other trainees. Continued publication of important and original clinical research appropriate for the research allocation described on the individual’s DOE. Impact of excellent teaching and research should be apparent locally and nationally, and may be demonstrated by invitations to speak to specialty societies and national continuing dental education courses and by invitations to serve as visiting professor or named lecturer. Impact may also be recognized by success or stature of trainees as determined by subsequent chief of service or peers.
• Continuing publications in peer-reviewed journals of clinical observations, reviews, and/or original clinical research appropriate for the allocations described on the individual’s DOE. Publications of comprehensive clinical reviews, or textbooks and chapters that are recognized as exhibiting important influence on the practice of dentistry nationally.
• National and international reputation within his or her field as evidenced by memberships in study sections, advisory groups, prestigious professional societies, etc., and awards, prizes, and other notable academic achievements. Recognition for superior accomplishments in a clinical specialty and leadership role in dental health system. This may include engagement with communities outside the University.

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.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesTeaching, Mentoring, Clinical Care, Collaboration, Administration, Supervision, Scholarship, ResearchDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? YesPreferred Education/ExperienceAn 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.Deadline to ApplyOpen Until FilledYesOur University CommunityWe 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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Have you successfully completed a two-year CODA accredited Orofacial Pain Program?
   • No, and will not be completing a two (2) year CODA approved Orofacial Pain Program before July 1
   • No, but will be completing a two (2) year CODA approved Orofacial Pain Program before July 1
   • Yes, I have completed a two (2) year CODA approved Orofacial Pain Program
2. * Do you have an advanced Degree, such as a MS degree in Orofacial Pain?
   • No
   • Yes

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vita
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents