Faculty Positions
Operative Dentist for Clinical-Track or Tenure-Track, Assistant or Associate Professor
The Ohio State University College of Dentistry seeks two Operative Dentists for full-time, faculty positions as Assistant or Associate Professors on either the clinical- or tenure-track or as tenured Associate Professors for its Division of General Practice and Materials Science.
The Ohio State University College of Dentistry is the fourth largest public dental school in the country and it is the only state supported dental school in Ohio. The college is divided into ten divisions or academic units. All major ADA-recognized dental specialties are represented, as well as residency programs in dental anesthesiology and general practice. The primary area of responsibility for this faculty position will be contributing to the pre-clinical and clinical instruction in the pre-doctoral program. As part of a college of dentistry committed to the profession, faculty members in the division are engaged in externally-funded basic and clinical research.
Applicants must have a DDS/DMD degree and a certificate of advanced education in operative dentistry from an accredited program or the equivalent, and be eligible for licensure by the Ohio State Board of Dentistry. Preferred candidates would have a background in CAD/CAM, advanced dental technology, and cariology including chemotherapeutic approaches in treating dental caries, dental materials, and advanced learning systems. Candidates applying for appointment with tenure must demonstrate a sustained, outstanding record in teaching and research. Instructional responsibilities would include participation in pre-clinical laboratory courses and clinical evaluation of patient-centered care in the comprehensive care clinics. Other duties include contributing to the overall mission of the college and the division and contributing to the continuing education program. The selected candidate will also participate in the college's intramural practice.
Evaluation of applications will begin immediately and will continue until available positions are filled. Salary and academic rank are commensurate with qualifications. Applicants should provide a personal statement delineating qualifications and career goals, and they must submit their curriculum vitae with three professional references. Application materials or inquiries should be sent electronically to William M. Johnston, PhD, Chair of the Operative Dentist Faculty Search Committee at Johnston.5@osu.edu.
The Ohio State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, disability status, and protected veteran status. For more information about the college, the division and this position, visit http://www.dentistry.osu.edu.