Physician Dermatology - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Dermatology Residency Program Director | University of Kentucky | Lexington, KY

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine is seeking an Academic Dermatologist to serve as Residency Program Director within the Department of Internal Medicine’s Division of Dermatology. This full-time faculty opportunity combines clinical practice, educational leadership, and scholarly activity while contributing to the growth of academic dermatology.

Physicians with experience developing or leading residency programs, particularly new or inaugural programs, are encouraged to express interest.

Position Highlights

• Lead residency education and contribute to curriculum development and program growth.

• Provide clinical care and teach medical students and residents.

• Participate in research and scholarly activities with access to NIH-supported infrastructure and multidisciplinary collaborators.

• Join an established academic department with 14 clinical divisions and more than $35 million in annual research grant funding.

• Non-tenure-track faculty appointment with rank and compensation commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• MD or DO with current board certification by the American Board of Dermatology or American Osteopathic Board of Dermatology.

• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Dermatology residency.

• At least one year of documented experience as a core faculty member in an ACGME-accredited dermatology program.

• At least three years of documented educational and/or administrative experience.

• Demonstrated dermatology expertise and ongoing clinical activity.

• A record of peer-reviewed publications or scholarly presentations and the ability to collaborate across specialties.

• Eligibility for medical licensure in Kentucky.

Experience in academic medicine, curriculum development, and residency program leadership is preferred.

Benefits

• Professional development funding

• Relocation assistance

• Malpractice insurance

• 200% 403(b) retirement match

• Educational benefits for family members

Life in Lexington

Located in Kentucky’s scenic Bluegrass region, Lexington offers the amenities of a vibrant university city alongside renowned horse farms, outdoor recreation, dining, arts, and SEC athletics. An affordable cost of living and access to Louisville and Cincinnati add to the appeal of making Lexington home.
Req#FE05022