Tenured/Tenure Track Assistant or Associate Professor in Operative Dentistry

The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, Department of Restorative Sciences invites applications for a full-time tenure track or tenure-eligible Assistant or Associate Professor faculty position in the Division of Operative Dentistry. This position will report to the Division Director of the Division of Operative Dentistry. This is tenure/tenure track position, and the rank will be commensurate with the candidate's credentials.

Candidates must have expertise in Operative Dentistry with dedication and commitment to providing excellent education to predoctoral dental and dental therapy students that will contribute to their providing quality care and service to patients. Candidates must be able to work well with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students to provide a positive working environment.

Candidates must have expertise in Operative Dentistry with dedication and commitment to providing excellent education to predoctoral dental and dental therapy students that will contribute to their providing quality care and service to patients. Candidates must be able to work well with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students to provide a positive working environment.

Job Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Teaching in didactic and/or clinic simulation courses, and, at some point, directing a course
• Supervising/teaching in predoc clinics
• Collaboratively work with faculty from the Division of Comprehensive Care in providing instruction and oversight to students with restorative procedures
• Pursuing scholarly activities, including research with a dedicated focus or subject area
• Developing an area of expertise
• Participating in teaching enrichment, in-service, and standardization programs
• Counseling and mentoring predoc students
• Providing feedback and actively supporting teaching innovation within the Division
• Participating on committees at the level of the Department, School, and/or University
• Involvement in other service-oriented activities, including clinical practice
• Actively involved in dental associations and organizations at the national and/or international level
• Contributing to the School of Dentistry's strategic plan, e.g., assisting in the acquisition of digital dentistry within the curriculum

Required

• DDS, DMD, or recognized international equivalent degree
• Completion of an advanced education training program in Operative Dentistry (from a U.S. CODA-approved program)
• Minnesota dental license or eligible for Minnesota dental license, preferably by start date
• Documented experience in teaching, research, and service to meet the tenured/tenure-eligible requirement
• Experience with digital dentistry - e.g., scanning, designing, printing, and milling in the fabrication of dental restorations

Preferred

• Two years of experience providing patient care and supervision in an academic setting
• MS or PhD in Operative Dentistry or an allied field (e.g., cariology, biomaterials, education, etc.)
• Advanced understanding of incorporating digital technologies in education, curriculum design, and course development
• Ability to incorporate progressive pedagogical methods
• Demonstrated history of quality clinical and didactic teaching at the pre-doctoral level
• History of funded research and/or publication in Operative Dentistry or related fields
• Dedication to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment
• Successful experience working with a diverse patient base

The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry is the state's only dental school and the only dental school in the northern tier of states between Wisconsin and the Pacific Northwest. We are a regional resource to five states for dental education, consulting services, patient treatment, and ongoing continuing dental education.

We educate dentists, dental specialists, dental therapists, dental hygienists, dental educators and research-scientists. We offer advanced degree programs in seven ADA-recognized specialties: endodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics, prosthodontics and TMD and orofacial pain. We educate scholars in oral biology, dental hygiene and oral health for older adults. Dentists from other countries who wish to practice in the United States matriculate through our Program for Advanced Standing Students. Learners have the option to pursue a Masters in Public Health or a PhD alongside their DDS degree.

We are the only dental hygiene program in the state associated with a dental school. Offering programs at the baccalaureate and master of science level, our integrated program prepares oral health professionals to collaborate from their first day in the profession.

We became the first dental school in the nation to educate dental therapists in 2009. Dental therapists perform basic preventative services, drill and restore teeth for children and adults and remove primary teeth under the supervision of a licensed dentist. As of 2023, we have graduated 91 dental therapists from the program.

Our work affects virtually every person in Minnesota. We educate approximately 73% of the state's practicing dentists, 68% of licensed dental therapists, and 49% of dental hygiene educators. Our researchers develop and test restorative materials used by dentists around the world. We provide critical oral health care with more than 100,000 patient visits in our campus clinics and more than 16,000 patient visits at outreach sites in underserved communities throughout the state. We provide continuing dental education for 7,1000 practicing dental professionals each year.

The School of Dentistry is dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Diverse teams, perspectives, and backgrounds create a strong and creative team that best serves the University's many communities, on campus and beyond. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Black, Indigenous, people of color, LGBTQIA+, women, veterans, and members of historically underrepresented communities are highly encouraged to apply.

For more information, please visit our website, dentistry.umn.edu.

Pay Range: $130,000-$160,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach the required documentation as indicated below.

To apply for this position, candidates must submit:

• a current curriculum vita (CV),
• a letter of interest,
• a one-page (500 word) diversity, equity and inclusion statement that explains your contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion in your previous professional roles, and discusses the impact your contributions made to your organization(s) and the community.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

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