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School of Dentistry PreDoctorate Director for Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics
School of Dentistry PreDoctorate Director for Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics
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School of Dentistry - Pre-Doctorate Director for Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics
The University of Utah School of Dentistry (UUSOD) seeks qualified candidates with the skills and interest in directing a pre-doctorate Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontic program. The UUSOD thrives on high-quality education and innovation while being committed to providing care to underserved populations across Utah.
Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
Faculty will be hired at 0.5 -1.0 FTE in the career line clinical track at the rank of clinical line's instructor, assistant professor, associate professor, or professor. The candidate's experience and qualifications determine rank. The Section Head appointment is separate from the base faculty rank and will have a separate contract.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Possess a DDS, DMD, or equivalent degree and be eligible for an unrestricted dental license in Utah. Requirements for a Utah dental license are found on DOPL.
- Completed an accredited advanced education program in Pediatric Dentistry
Preferred Qualifications:
- Board Certification
- Background in teaching or higher education
- Background in clinical practice
The UUSOD has many opportunities for career advancement and leadership development. Compensation is based on the published ADEA compensation ranges, and we offer an excellent benefits package, including 14.2% to retirement with no match required, for all faculty who work more than 50% of the time. We also offer up to 25 vacation days per year and much more. You can learn more about the benefits package at https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/.
The school fosters a humanistic, evidence-based approach to education and patient care. We are looking for applicants who will educate and mentor dental students to be technically proficient in all aspects of primary oral health care and who can serve as role models for the compassionate and ethical care of patients. We also seek individuals whose drive and intellectual curiosity help advance research that leads to new therapeutics for oral health care. Finally, we seek applicants with insights and vision for partnering with other primary healthcare professionals to improve oral and overall health for patients.
As a member of the School of Dentistry team, you are expected to form positive and productive relationships with peers, students, and leadership to support the mission, vision, values, and PROMISE standards of the organization. You are expected to encourage and foster a supportive and compassionate environment for all patients, students, faculty, staff, and the communities we serve.
Values and Culture
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that
is integral to our mission.
Department: 01478 - SOD - EDUCATION
City: Salt Lake City, UT
Track: Track Dependent on Qualifications
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Requisition Number: PRN04025F
To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/197847
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:
https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
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