1. D.M.D. or D.D.S. 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.

2. Board eligible or board certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

3. Maintenance of a dental license within the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

4. Maintenance of Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.

5. Demonstrate ability in clinical and didactic teaching.

Advanced education in pediatric dentistry is required.

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The University of Kentucky, College of Dentistry is seeking applications for a full-time,12 month, non-tenure track Assistant, Associate or Professor position in the Division of Pediatric Dentistry, Department of Oral Health Science. 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, 2026.

Responsibilities
Supervising dental students and pediatric dentistry residents in their clinical care of patients, providing direct clinical care for patients which may include the operating room, directing and teaching predoctoral courses for Pediatric Dentistry, conducting seminars and lectures for Resident and dental students. The position will support clinical mission of the UK College of Dentistry and division of Pediatric Dentistry and requires a working relationship with clinical faculty of other divisions in the college of Dentistry and various departments in the medical center.

Suggested Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

1. The faculty member will function as a full-time member of the Division of Pediatric Dentistry, Department of Oral Health Science.

2. The faculty member must be accepted as a member of the active Medical Staff of the University Hospital.

Distribution of Effort:

Instruction/Teaching | 55-60%
Scholarly Activity | 2-3%
Service (direct patient care) * 35-40%
Each 10% effort = 45 sessions per academic year. One session is defined as a half day (8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. or 1:00–5:00 p.m.).
Service (other) | 2-3%
Personal/Professional Development | 2-3%
Total | 100%

* 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.

To apply, please include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for at least three references when prompted in the application. This information may be utilized to solicit recommendation letters from your references within the employment system.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Inquiries regarding the position may be submitted via email to Dr. Cristina Perez Pacheco, Division Chief of Pediatric Dentistry at cristina.perez@uky.edu. Please note that, to be considered an applicant for this position, you must submit an application via UK’s online employment system.

Patient care, Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), clinical and didactic teaching.

Experience with an academic institution is preferable. Board eligibility or certification by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and a demonstrated ability in clinical and didactic teaching highly preferred. Kentucky Dental License and Moderate Pediatric Sedation permit.

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.