Assistant Professor of Pediatrics

Company: University of Kentucky
Location: Lexington
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Posting Details
Posting Details Job Title Assistant Professor of Pediatrics

Requisition Number FE03296

Working Title

Department Name 7H666:PEDIATRICS - PULMONOLOGY

Work Location Lexington, KY

Type of Position Faculty

Position Time Status Full-Time

Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track

Required Education MD, DO or equivalent

Required Related Experience Completion of Pediatric Residency and Fellowship for Pediatric Pulmonology

Required License/Registration/Certification Unrestricted KY Medical license

Job Summary The University of Kentucky College of Medicine invites applications and seeks nominations for the position of Assistant Professor of Pediatrics. The successful candidate will also serve as a faculty member within the Division of Pulmonology. The primary responsibilities of this position are to provide quality cost-effective care to children at the Kentucky Children's Hospital and the Kentucky Clinic as well as outreach locations located primarily in Eastern Kentucky. In addition, the faculty member will participate in the education of our students, residents and extended medical community.

The faculty member will be involved in medical student and resident programs. Excellent opportunities for research are available.

To apply, please include a CV along with application. Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled.

The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID -19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID -19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

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 backgrounds, 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 background check and/or drug screen.

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