Prosthodontics Division Director, Tenured or Tenure Track Faculty
Company: University of Minnesota
Location: Minneapolis
Posted on: November 15, 2024
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Job Description:
Apply for JobJob ID361190
LocationTwin Cities
Job FamilyAcademic
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Job Code9401
Employee ClassInstr Fac/TC and Coord Cmp
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About the Job
The School of Dentistry seeks candidates for a full-time tenured or
tenure-track, Assistant or Associate Professor faculty position to
lead the Division of Prosthodontics. This position will report to
the Chair of the Department of Restorative Sciences.This person
must be an experienced Prosthodontist, who can lead the Division of
Prosthodontics, with a dedication and commitment to providing an
excellent didactic and clinical education for learners at all
levels preparing them to provide quality care to patients. They
must be able to work well with a diverse population of faculty,
staff, and students to provide a positive, humanistic, and
inclusive environment. The ideal candidate must be able to develop
and participate in research and scholarly activities, strengthen a
dedicated and collaborative team to advance the mission of the
school and division, and develop strategies for innovative and
technology rich learning environments that advances the
Prosthodontic education at the University of Minnesota for both
pre-doctoral and advanced education learners. The School of
Dentistry promotes diversity, equity, inclusive excellence and
well-being among our students, faculty, staff, and patients. Thus,
we seek candidates whose research, teaching, and service have
prepared them to fulfill our commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
About the Department
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,
Pay and Benefits
Pay Range: $160,000-$180,000; depending on
education/qualifications/experience Time Appointment: 100%
Appointment Position Type: Faculty Please visit the website for
more information regarding benefit eligibility. The University
offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
How To Apply
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:
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).
Diversity
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:
Employment Requirements
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.
About the U of M
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)The University of
Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research
universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and
professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and
research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant,
diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in
Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with
world-renowned health centers, international corporations,
government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service
organizations.At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be
recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well
as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best
Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity
(2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best
Employer by State (2019, 2022).
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