Associate Professor Open Rank - Pediatric Dentistry - R101659

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Department:

Comprehensive Dentistry

Location: Health Sciences Center

Time Type:

Full time

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Req ID: R101659

Position Description:

The Department of General Dentistry, Division of Dental Pediatrics at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry (ULSD) invites applications for a full-time Assistant/Associate Professor Open Rank faculty position in Pediatric Dentistry. The Division of Pediatric Dentistry is nationally recognized for clinical and academic excellence.

This position is eligible for a $10,000 sign-on/retention bonus. This position may be eligible for a loan repayment program as part of a grant established by Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA).

This position has the opportunity to be probationary/tenure track or tenure depending on qualifications and past experience. Applicants must possess a DDS/DMD degree or equivalent and be eligible for licensure in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. A Kentucky limited academic dental license may be available for qualified candidates. Candidates must have completed a formal training program in Pediatric Dentistry, preferably from a CODA­ accredited institution, or possess a Master or PhD in Pediatric Dentistry. Candidates who are Board Certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry are preferred. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

 Responsibilities will include didactic and clinical instruction of graduate Pediatric Dentistry residents and/or dental students, scholarly activity, and service.  Faculty practice opportunities are available. 

The applicant should have demonstrated excellence in clinical and didactic teaching, an ongoing commitment to dental education and service, and evidence of scholarly activity. Candidates with proven teaching experience including course directorship are preferable. A proven ability to conduct research, such as the attainment of a PhD, and evidence of mentoring students of all levels is also highly desirable. Both clinical and tenure-accruing opportunities may be considered for appropriately qualified applicants.

The successful applicant will:

• Provide pre-clinical instruction and supervise clinical student learning experiences at both the Pre-and Post-doctoral level.
• Participate in didactic instruction in pediatric content areas, perform student assessments, and take part in faculty calibration and development in pre-clinical and clinical areas at both the Pre-and Post-doctoral level.
• Engage in service activities in the University, the community, and with national organizations.
• Have the experience, willingness, and potential to be successful in achieving tenure. 

Qualified applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and two professional reference letters with their application.  

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement  

The School of Dentistry is committed to creating equitable and inclusive campus environments that accelerate the success of the full range of our students and employees. We believe that employees who feel valued and respected will create policies, programs, practices, research agendas, and services to effectively meet the needs and exceed the expectations of the increasingly diverse student populations we admit and hope to serve. The School of Dentistry encourages candidates to apply who have demonstrated capacity to create inclusive work environments, will work effectively on increasingly diverse teams, and will serve the increasingly diverse students we admit and want to attract.                                                                                     

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Employment team at employment@louisville.edu or 502.852.6258.

Assistance and Accommodations

Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208.

If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at employment@louisville.edu or by phone 502-852-6258.,

Company info

Comprehensive Dentistry
University of Louisville