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ALABAMA - University of Alabama at Birmingham

The School of Dentistry, University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) invites applications for the position of Chair, Department of Orthodontics. Applicants must have a DDS or DMD degree (or equivalent) and advanced specialty training in Orthodontics. Board certification in orthodontics and an MS or PhD degree are preferred. The Chair will be responsible for providing administrative management, leadership and guidance for the Department of Orthodontics in achieving the School's mission of education, research, patient care, and service. Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for four references to Dr. Huw F. Thomas, Dean, School of Dentistry, 1530 3 rd Avenue South, SDB 406, Birmingham, AL  35294-0007   hft@uab.edu   6/11/08

 

UAB is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

CALIFORNIA - University of California, San Francisco

UCSF seeks candidates whose experience, teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. Faculty are appointed to one of five faculty series, depending on the candidate's academic profile.

The University of California San Francisco, world renowned for its educational, research, and clinical excellence, offers opportunities for career development and collaboration. UC provides a rich, competitive benefits package that is among the very best in higher education. For a complete list of current faculty positions please visit http://academicaffairs.ucsf.edu/acapers/jobs.php . If interested in a particular position, please contact us at academicdiversity@ucsf.edu

UCSF is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Further information about the University of California, San Francisco, is available at http://www.ucsf.edu/  3/25/08

FLORIDA - University of Florida College of Dentistry

The University of Florida College of Dentistry is seeking applications for five full-time clinical-track (non-tenure) positions to support the development of a new model of clinical education for our DMD students. The successful candidates will be expected to serve as clinical mentors for third and fourth year dental students as they provide comprehensive general dental care. Faculty will be appointed in the most appropriate department based on expertise and the needs of the college.

Responsibilities include clinical education of dental students, clinical administration, patient care, and scholarly activity. The opportunity for intramural practice one day per week is available.

Background and experience: Qualified candidates must have a DDS/DMD degree from a CODA-accredited dental school or equivalent. General dentistry, operative dentistry or prosthodontic clinical experience in private practice or academic settings and administrative experience preferred.

The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Institution dedicated to building a culturally diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. The selection process will be conducted in accord with the provisions of Florida's "Government in the Sunshine" and Public Records Laws. Search committee meetings and interviews will be open to the public, and all applications, resumes, and other documents related to the search will be available for public inspection.

As part of the application process, applicants are invited to complete an online confidential and voluntary self-disclosure card. This information is stored within GatorJobs and is accessible by job number to Faculty Development (when needed to fulfill reporting obligations). The self-disclosure form can be found at: http://www.hr.ufl.edu/job/datacard.htm.

Applicants should provide a letter of interest referencing requisition numbers #0704732 (position #00011089), #0704733 (position #00017106), #0704734 (position #00000707), #0704736 (position #00017324), and #0704737 (position #00001072), curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference to:

Dr. Boyd Robinson (H), Chair of the Search Committee
University of Florida College of Dentistry
PO Box 100412
Gainesville, Florida 32610-0412
Or, the information can be sent electronically to: brobinson@dental.ufl.edu.

Initial review of applicants will begin on April 14, 2008 and will continue until an applicant pool is identified.  For more information about the UF College of Dentistry visit: http://www.dental.ufl.edu/. 3/6/08

IOWA - University of Iowa College of Dentistry
 

The University of Iowa's College of Dentistry is searching for a full-time clinical or tenure track faculty member to serve as Program Director for Advanced Training in Pediatric Dentistry. For duties go to: www.dentistry.uiowa.edu/public/administration/hr_search.html. Position available immediately; screening begins immediately. Must have: DDS/DMD from ADA accredited institution or foreign equivalent, completion of ADA-accredited advanced training program in pediatric dentistry, board certification by American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, record of effective teaching, and demonstrated experience working effectively in diverse environment. Desirable: experience in clinical outreach programs for underserved children, sedation, hospital-based programs and clinical practice. Academic rank/track/salary commensurate with qualifications/experience. Submit CV and three names of reference to: Dr. Rebecca Slayton, Search Chair, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, 201 Dental Science South, Iowa City, Iowa 52242-1001. AA/EEO employer; women/minorities encouraged to apply. 6/3/08

The University of Iowa's College of Dentistry is searching for a full-time clinical or tenure track faculty in Department of Oral Pathology, Radiology & Medicine. For duties go to: www.dentistry.uiowa.edu/public/administration/hr_search.html. Position available July 1, 2008; screening begins immediately. DDS/DMD from ADA-accredited dental school or foreign equivalent; completion of ADA-accredited advanced training program in Oral & Maxillofacial Radiology; record of effective teaching; and evidence of research/scholarly activity. Desirable qualifications: Board certification by American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Radiology and experience in clinical diagnosis/treatment planning. Rank/track/salary commensurate with qualifications/experience. Submit CV and three names of reference to: Dr. Steven Vincent, Professor and Head, Oral Pathology, Radiology and Medicine, College of Dentistry, The University of Iowa, 356 Dental Science South, Iowa City, IA 52242-1001. AA/EEO employer; women/minorities encouraged to apply.  4/18/08


The University of Iowa's College of Dentistry is searching for 60%-time clinical track faculty member in Department of Family Dentistry.  For duties go to:  ww.dentistry.uiowa.edu/public/administration/hr_search.html.  Position available July 1, 2008; screening begins immediately. Must have:  DDS/DMD from ADA-accredited school; AEGD or GPR certificate from ADA-accredited program; at least 5 years general dental practice experience; and demonstrated record of success directing a tx planning/sequencing course for pre-doc dental students at ADA-accredited school.  Other relevant teaching/clinical dental practice experience desirable.  Academic rank/salary commensurate w/qualifications/experience. Submit CV and 3 recommendation letters to:  Dr. D.C. Holmes, DEO, Dept of Family Dentistry, College of Dentistry, The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA 52242.  AA/EEO employer; women/minorities encouraged to apply.  3/7/08


KENTUCKY - University of Kentucky

Oral Maxillofacial Surgery - Assistant Professor or Above
Full-time tenure track faculty position in the Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. University of Kentucky College of Dentistry. Candidates must have a DMD/DDS degree and an oral and maxillofacial surgery certificate from an institution accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and qualify for a Kentucky dental license. Individuals with an DMD/DDS and an MD with similar qualifications are also encouraged to apply. Responsibilities include contributing to a dynamic, challenging and diverse academic oral and maxillofacial surgery practice; mentoring residents and predoctoral dental students;  and participating in professional development activities consistent with the job description. Salary and rank are commensurate with experience.  Salary and rank are commensurate with experience. Send a letter of inquiry, curriculum vita and names of three references to: Dr. Joseph Van Sickels, Chief, Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Department of Oral Health Science, University of Kentucky College of Dentistry, 800 Rose Street, Lexington, KY 40536-0297.  If offered a position, you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen and national background check in accordance with University of Kentucky Human Resources.  6/11/08

MISSOURI - University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Dentistry

Department of Oral Biology
The University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry is seeking an associate Professor/Professor (tenure-track/tenured) in the Department of Oral Biology. This senior clinical/translational researcher will establish their own clinical/translational program and research tem in addition to providing management and oversight of newly developing clinical research initiatives, including provision of leadership and guidance to faculty and staff with regards to establishment and expansion of the clinical/translational research portfolio within the School of Dentistry. These responsibilities will include creation of research teams of clinicians, biostatisticians, patient coordinators, basic and translational investigators and leadership in establishment of good clinical research practices and ensuring compliance with IRB and FDA policies.

UMKC School of Dentistry has embarked on an ambitious plan to place the school at the forefront of research and academic training activities in the biomedical sciences and has identified the following research areas as its primary foci; dental/craniofacial bioengineering and biomaterials, bone biology, and translational/clinical research. Dr. Michael J. Reed, Dean of the UMKC School of Dentistry, has determined that he Department of Oral Biology will become the focal point and resource within the dental school to fulfill the vision of achieving national and international recognition within these three research disciplines. In conjunction with this goal, UMKC Chancellor Dr. Guy Bailey has announced the establishment of a translational/clinical research institute at UMKKC and is actively pursuing $25M from outside donors to support the formation of the Institute. The School of Dentistry will play a major role in this institute.

Applicants must have: D.D.S. and/or Ph.D. or equivalent and have expertise in areas of research that complement existing programs at the School of Dentistry. Applicants should send a letter of interest, a CV, names and contact information for three references to: Dr. Pamela Overman, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, UMKC, School of Dentistry, 650 East 25th Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64108-2784. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled. UMKC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Persons are selected on the basis of ability without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or veteran status. For more about UMKC, please see http://www.umkc.edu . Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.


UMKC Department of Oral Pathology, Radiology, and Medicine seeks to fill a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant/Associate Professor level with rank based on qualifications effective June 1, 2007. The department is responsible for pre-doctoral and graduate education, research, patient care, and service. Specific responsibilities will concentrate on pre-doctoral and graduate education, with opportunities for research and an intramural practice. Candidates should have a DMD/DDS degree, and advanced training in Radiology. Eligibility and/or board certification is strongly encouraged. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

UMKC (an EEO-AA employer) is part of the University of Missouri, with excellent fringe benefits package www.umkc.edu. Private practice opportunities are available for clinicians with a US dental degree/license. For non US DDS candidates with a US specialty, a foreign faculty DDS program is available. Applicants should send a letter of interest, a CV, names and contact information for three references to: Dr. Pamela Overman, Associate Dean, UMKC, School of Dentistry, 650 East 25th Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64108-2784. Persons are selected on the basis of ability without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or veteran status. Review of applications will begin immediately, and continue until the position is filled.

MISSOURI - University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Dentistry
The School of Dentistry is seeking applications for a full time faculty position in the following areas. Academic rank, tenure status and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applicants should send a letter of interest, a CV, names and contact information for three references to: Dr. Pamela Overman, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, UMKC, School of Dentistry, 650 East 25th Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64108-2784. The University of Missouri-Kansas City recognizes that a diverse faculty, staff and student body enriches the educational experiences of the entire campus and greater community. To this end, UMKC is committed to recruiting and retaining faculty students and staff who will further enrich our campus diversity and making every attempt to support their academic, professional and personal success. UMKC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants who are not U.S. citizens must state their current visa and residency status. All final candidates will be required to successfully pass a Criminal Background Check prior to beginning employment.

Graduate Orthodontics and Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics/Oral Biology, position 00037174: Specific responsibilities include predoctoral classroom and clinical teaching. Research collaborations with the Department of Oral Biology are available. Preference will be given to those applicants who are board certified in orthodontics and hold a PhD degree. Qualified tenure track candidates may be eligible to participate in the intramural faculty practice one day per week. For non-US DDS candidates with US training and board eligibility in orthodontics dentistry, a foreign faculty DDS program is available after an initial period of service.

Pediatric Dentistry, position 00036649: Qualified candidates should have training and experience in Pediatric Dentistry and a commitment to teaching, clinical dentistry and service. Specific responsibilities include predoctoral classroom and clinical teaching. Qualified tenure track candidates may be eligible to participate in the intramural faculty practice one day per week. For non US DDS candidates with US training and board eligibility in pediatric dentistry, a foreign faculty DDS program is available after an initial period of service

Oral Biology, position 00037175: This senior clinical/translational researcher will establish their own clinical/translational program and research tem in addition to providing management and oversight of newly developing clinical research initiatives, including provision of leadership and guidance to faculty and staff with regards to establishment and expansion of the clinical/translational research portfolio within the School of Dentistry. These responsibilities will include creation of research teams of clinicians, biostatisticians, patient coordinators, basic and translational investigators and leadership in establishment of good clinical research practices and ensuring compliance with IRB and FDA policies.

Oral Biology, position 00036651: The Department of Oral Biology is seeking an Assistant Professor (tenure track) specializing in tissue engineering and biomaterials with a specific interest in craniofacial tissues and their replacement. Two to three years beyond an earned PhD in Biomaterials/Bioengineering and other related fields is required along with an interest in hard and soft oral tissue regeneration.

Department of Restorative Dentistry/Prosthodontics, position 00036891: The department is responsible for pre-doctoral education, research, patient care, and service. Specific responsibilities will concentrate on pre-doctoral education, with opportunities for research and extramural practice. Candidates should have a DMD/DDS degree, and advanced training in Prosthodontics. For non-US DDS candidates with US training and board eligibility in Prosthodontics, a foreign faculty DDS program is available after an initial period of service.  3/7/08

MISSOURI - University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Dentistry

Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, position 00037300: UMKC is seeking applications for a full-time faculty in the Section of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology of the Department of Oral Pathology, Radiology and Medicine. Qualified candidates should be Board certified or eligible in Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology and have a commitment to teaching, clinical dentistry and service. Specific responsibilities include pre-and post doctoral dental and dental hygiene classroom and clinical teaching. Academic rank, tenure status and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Qualified candidates may be eligible to participate in faculty practice one day per week. For non US DDS candidates with US training and board eligibility in oral and maxillofacial radiology, an international faculty DDS program is available after an initial period of service. Interviews of qualified candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Applicants should send a letter of interest, a CV, names and contact information for three references electronically to: Dr. Pamela Overman, overmanp@umkc.edu .  The University of Missouri-Kansas City (an EEO-AA employer) is part of the University of Missouri, with excellent fringe benefits package www.umkc.edu.  UMKC recognizes that a diverse faculty, staff and student body enriches the educational experiences of the entire campus and greater community. To this end, UMKC is committed to recruiting and retaining faculty students and staff who will further enrich our campus diversity and making every attempt to support their academic, professional and personal success. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants who are not U.S. citizens must state their current visa and residency status. All final candidates will be required to successfully pass a Criminal Background Check prior to beginning employment.  4/16/08


NEW JERSEY - University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey

The University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey is seeking applications for the position of Chair of the Department of Periodontology. The department has a dental school undergraduate teaching program as well as an outstanding three-year post-doctoral program that accepts a minimum of 6-8 students annually. The department is seeking an individual who has both clinical and research training.
The applicant must: 1) have successfully completed training in a recognized post-graduate program, 2) be Board-eligible or Board-certified in periodontology, 3) have shown significant and sustained ability to obtain research funding from NIH or NSF in the area of periodontology, 4) have demonstrated outstanding teaching and organizational skills and has the ability to manage graduate training, and 5) have good communication and interpersonal skills.  We seek a statement from each applicant that outlines his or her vision of the future of periodontology and how departmental programs developed by the applicant will fit that vision on both the predental and post-doctoral level. That statement should also include the way in which programs developed in the department will fit into the direction of periodontology from a global perspective. The position is a full-time tenure-track position that can include one day or one half-day of intramural clinical practice.  NJDS offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits. UMDNJ is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and encourages applications from minorities, women and persons with disabilities.  Applications should include a full curriculum vitae, the names, addresses (e-mail and mail) of six references, of whom three will be contacted for letters of recommendation. Applications should be sent to:  Dr. Daniel H. Fine, Chair, Oral Biology Department, New Jersey Dental School - UMDNJ, 185 S. Orange Ave., MSB C-636, Newark, NJ 07103, USA;
E-mail: Finedh@umdnj.edu  4/18/08



STATE of WASHINGTON

Assistant/Associate Professor:  Eastern Washington University, Department of Dental Hygiene invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant/associate professor position beginning September, 2008.  Responsibilities:  (1) Teach one or two courses in our undergraduate BS dental hygiene program each quarter; (2)  Teach one or two on-line  graduate courses each quarter; (3) Develop and sustain an active research program in an area of interest within the dental professions; (4) Advise graduate students; (5) Serve as chair or member of thesis committees; (6)  Become professionally engaged with the local dental community as well as the dental community on the West side of the state, including the University of Washington School of Dentistry.  Qualifications:  Applicants must have a Master's Degree in Dental Hygiene or an acceptable related field.  A Doctoral degree is preferred.  The successful candidate must be committed to teaching a diverse student population including in-state, out-of-state, and international on-line students.  Also necessary are Washington State dental hygiene licensure or eligibility for licensure within one year of hire to be reappointed to a third year, and a minimum of two years of full-time or equivalent clinical experience within the past five years.  Teaching experience, demonstrated communication and leadership skills, and an ability to promote and support cultural competency required.  Prior experience chairing thesis committees and supervision of graduate research, as well as previous web-based curriculum experience and on-line curriculum development preferred.  Opportunity for extramural private practice is available. 

The successful applicant will develop and maintain an active research program in an area of interest within the dental professions, seek external funding, and will mentor master's students in research.  Send:  Letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference to the Search Committee Chair, Lisa Bilich, 310 N. Riverpoint Blvd. Box E, Spokane, WA  99202.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Eastern Washington University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, and applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged.  The successful candidate will be required to pass a background check, and show proof of eligibility to work in the US pursuant to US immigration laws.     06/03/08