Division Director, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Job Title
Division Director, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Requisition Number
FE04669

Working Title
Division Director of Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Department Name
7H503:OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY - MATERNAL FETAL

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Type of Position
Faculty

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Tenure Track Status
Non-Tenure Track

Required Education

M.D or equivalent

Required Related Experience

Completion of residency in OB/GYN as well as fellowship in Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Required License/Registration/Certification

Eligible for, or currently licensed, to practice medicine in the state of Kentucky

Board Certified/Board Eligible in OB/GYN

Job Summary

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine seeks an accomplished academic Maternal-Fetal Medicine physician to serve as Division Director for Maternal-Fetal Medicine.

This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a growing and mission-driven division within Kentucky’s flagship academic medical center and the region’s leading tertiary and quaternary referral center for high-risk obstetric care. The University of Kentucky Maternal-Fetal Medicine Division serves patients throughout the Commonwealth and Appalachia through an extensive clinical network, innovative telemedicine programs, multidisciplinary fetal care services, and nationally recognized educational and research initiatives.

The Division Director will provide strategic leadership for clinical care, research, education, faculty development, and regional outreach while advancing the department’s mission to improve the health of women and families across Kentucky and beyond.

The Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine is distinguished by several unique strengths, including:

• Kentucky Angels, a well-established telemedicine network providing high-risk obstetric care to underserved communities across central and eastern Kentucky
• The PATHways Program, an innovative multidisciplinary initiative supporting pregnant patients with opioid and substance use disorders in a non-stigmatizing care environment
• A strong multidisciplinary diabetes in pregnancy program with close collaboration across maternal-fetal medicine, endocrinology, nutrition, and diabetes education
• Comprehensive genetics and fetal care services, including advanced fetal imaging, fetal MRI access, and multidisciplinary coordination with pediatric subspecialists
• An ACGME-accredited Maternal-Fetal Medicine fellowship program approved to train four fellows, with a strong commitment to developing the next generation of academic and clinical leaders in Maternal-Fetal Medicine
• A robust academic environment with active clinical, translational, epidemiologic, and basic science research programs focused on preterm birth prevention, substance use disorders, developmental programming, maternal health, and environmental exposures
• Strong institutional support for quality improvement, patient safety, faculty mentorship, and academic advancement

The division performs more than 12,000 ultrasound and Doppler examinations annually across approximately 15 clinical sites throughout Kentucky and maintains a broad regional referral network with expanding outreach capabilities. Faculty collaborate extensively across the College of Medicine, including partnerships in neonatology, immunology, epidemiology, genetics, and population health research.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative department experiencing continued growth in clinical programs, education, and scholarly activity under dynamic departmental leadership. Candidates should possess a demonstrated commitment to excellence in patient care, mentorship, leadership, and academic medicine.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide visionary leadership for the Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine
• Advance clinical, educational, and research excellence across the division
• Mentor faculty, fellows, residents, and medical students
• Support expansion of regional outreach and telemedicine services
• Foster multidisciplinary collaboration and programmatic growth
• Lead faculty recruitment, retention, and professional development
• Promote innovation in quality, safety, and patient-centered care

Qualifications:

• MD, DO, or equivalent degree
• Board certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Board certification or eligibility in Maternal-Fetal Medicine
• Eligible for medical licensure in Kentucky
• Academic accomplishments consistent with appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor level
• Demonstrated leadership and administrative experience preferred
• Strong record of clinical excellence, scholarship, and mentorship

About the University of Kentucky and Lexington:
The University of Kentucky is the Commonwealth’s flagship land-grant institution and home to UK HealthCare, a nationally recognized academic health system dedicated to advancing clinical care, research, and medical education. Lexington offers an outstanding quality of life with vibrant arts and culture, excellent schools, outdoor recreation, and the beauty of Kentucky’s Bluegrass region.
The University of Kentucky is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from individuals committed to academic excellence.

Please include an updated CV and letter of interest when applying for the position. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

Open Until Filled
Yes

Our University Community

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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.