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Academic Dermatologist

University of Kentucky
locationFayette County, Lexington, KY, USA
PublishedPublished: 7/13/2025
Full Time

Job Title
Academic Dermatologist


Requisition Number
FE04576


Working Title

Department Name
7H350:INTERNAL MEDICINE


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Type of Position
Faculty


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Tenure Track Status
Non-Tenure Track


Required Education

MD or DO degree with board certification in Dermatology



Required Related Experience
  • Completion of an ACGME-accredited Dermatology Residency Program
  • Completion of an ACGME-accredited Dermatopathology Fellowship
  • Board-certified or board-eligible in Dermatology and Dermatopathology
  • Experience in academic or teaching environments, preferably with internal medicine or family medicine residents and medical students
  • Track record of peer-reviewed publications or scholarly presentations in dermatology and/or dermatopathology
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate across specialties and participate in multidisciplinary care



Required License/Registration/Certification

Eligible for licensure in the Commonwealth of Kentucky



Job Summary

The Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine invites applications for a full-time Academic Dermatologist to join the Division of Dermatology. The ideal candidate will be board-certified or board-eligible in dermatology and have demonstrated excellence in clinical care, dermatopathology, medical education, and scholarly activity. This position includes opportunities for clinical practice, teaching medical students and residents, and participating in research and academic endeavors. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth of academic dermatology at one of the Commonwealth’s leading academic health centers, with access to NIH-supported infrastructure, multidisciplinary partners, and a diverse patient population.

Please include an updated CV and Cover Letter when applying to this position. Job posting will remain open until the position is filled.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience
  • Experience serving in a leadership role (e.g., Chief Resident)
  • Prior involvement in educational content development or curriculum design
  • Participation in professional societies such as the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) and American Society of Dermatopathology (ASDP)
  • Interest in or experience with community engagement or committee service (e.g., melanoma/skin cancer programs)



Deadline to Apply

Open Until Filled
Yes


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