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.

Demonstrate ability in clinical and didactic teaching.

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 Orthodontics, 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). This position will remain open until filled and the anticipated start date for this assignment is August 1, 2026.

Position Description:
Responsibilities include supervising dental students and orthodontic graduate students in their clinical care of patients, providing direct clinical care for patients which may include, directing and teaching predoctoral courses for Orthodontics, conducting seminars and lectures for Resident and dental students. The position will support the clinical mission of the UK College of Dentistry and division of Orthodontics and requires a working relationship with clinical faculty of other divisions in the college of Dentistry and various departments in the medical center.

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

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

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.

Board eligible or board certified by the American Board of Orthodontics.

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.