Faculty Positions

Full-Time Non-Tenure Track Faculty Position UCLA School of Dentistry

The UCLA School of Dentistry invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position at the level of Health Sciences Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor in the Section of Restorative Dentistry, Division of Constitutive and Regenerative Sciences. This position is available starting January 1, 2016, and the search will remain open until the position is filled.

Primary responsibilities of the position include teaching in the Section of Restorative Dentistry, which includes but is not limited to the predoctoral curriculum at both clinical and preclinical levels. Background or expertise in esthetic dentistry as well as strong records of clinical teaching are preferred, but not required.

Applicants must possess a DDS or equivalent degree from the CODA-approved dental school; and/or a certificate in Prosthodontics from a CODA approved program. Applicants must possess or be eligible for a California dental license. An opportunity for part-time intramural clinical practice will be available. Demonstration of commitment to innovative, scholarly research, teaching excellence, and outstanding patient care is highly desirable, as well as demonstration or likely commitment to diversity-related teaching/research/service. Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research plan, teaching statement, and the names of three references to Steven Shaevel, Academic Personnel Director, via UCLA Recruit https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/apply/JPF01464.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy

University at Buffalo, The State University of New York

Clinical Assistant or Associate Professor (HS), Assistant or Associate Professor (HS)

The Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dental Medicine at the University at Buffalo is seeking applicants for multiple positions in Operative Dentistry and/or in Prosthodontics. Positions are full-time, clinical or tenure-track.

Must have for all positions: (1) D.D.S. or D.M.D. or equivalent degree, (2) eligibility for licensure in NYS and (3) teaching and clinical experience. Must have for the prosthodontist position: (1) a certificate from an ADA accredited advanced program in prosthodontics at the time of employment, (2) training in implant dentistry and (3) board certification or serious intent toward board certification in Prosthodontics. For tenure track: evidence of scholarly activity and an established independent research program. An MS degree or higher preferred for all positions.

Salary and rank are commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience. A faculty practice opportunity is available for NYS licensed individuals.

Interested applicants should submit a letter of intent on-line with CV and 3 letters of reference from individuals who are familiar with the applicant's career. Positions available immediately.

All applications must be completed on-line at the following website:

www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=57124

Any questions, please contact Jill Uebelhoer in Restorative Dentistry at (716) 829-2862 or e-mail at: jgu@buffalo.edu.

The University at Buffalo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Recruiter.

Director of Biomaterials

Faculty Position F39220

VCU School of Dentistry, Department of General Practice

Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Dentistry is seeking a full-time faculty member in the Department of General Practice to serve as the Director of Biomaterials. This faculty position will focus on the biomaterials used in laboratory teaching and in the clinics. Teaching will occur in an integrated curriculum system that includes baccalaureate, graduate, and professional education, and in multidisciplinary teams that cross traditional departmental lines. Teaching responsibilities may include clinical and didactic teaching, course directorship, curriculum development, student mentoring, and development of self-directed and distance learning coursework. Other responsibilities will include research and scholarly activity.

Faculty members are expected to foster transformative learning informed by interdisciplinary and translational research, teaching methodology, scholarship, and creative expression. Candidates must demonstrate ability to teach dental biomaterials, incorporating adult learning theory, evidence-based oral health care, innovation in student learning, and critical thinking. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to contribute to and participate in a humanistic environment of learning, as well as to adapt to change and embrace modern technologies.

Required qualifications include: DDS/DMD degree, strong leadership skills, and documented experience in the areas of dental practice or clinical teaching.

Preferred qualifications include: advanced degree (MS or PhD) in engineering or a related science, eligibility for licensure in Virginia, experience in preclinical and clinical skills development. The ideal candidate will have experience in dental biomaterials research; teaching dental materials; and interfacing with clinical and research faculty, residents, and students in the development, execution and publication of research projects. Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Application Process: Candidates must apply to this faculty position through the university's career website at https://www.vcujobs.com/ to be considered for this position. Candidates must submit cover letter, curriculum vitae and provide list of three references in the application process.

For more information, contact Dr. Alfred (Fred) Certosimo, Chair of Search Committee, Department of General Practice, School of Dentistry, Virginia Commonwealth University, PO Box 980566, Richmond, VA 23298.

VCU is an urban, research-intensive institution with a richly diverse university community and commitment to multicultural opportunities.

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action university providing access to education and employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, veteran's status, political affiliation or disability.