Clinical Assistant Professor

The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry is seeking an experienced Dental Hygienist to join the Division of Periodontology as a Clinical Track Faculty.

This position requires overseeing and managing courses in the Predoctoral Periodontology clinic as well as teaching in courses. The role involves supervising other teaching faculty, managing clinic resources, and demonstrating expertise in dental hygiene and periodontology to educate future dental practitioners.

Responsibilities include didactic teaching (co-teaching), clinical teaching, clinical administration and management, faculty calibration, and facilitation of DDS student learning with Canvas course management. This teaching position is a co-teaching academic and co-course director position with the potential to become course director in the Division of Periodontology.

Responsibilities Include:

• Clinical Teaching - 75%
  • Student management (facilitation of learning) and evaluation
  • Axium proficiency and coordination with Dental IT administrative support
  • Co-course directing with the option to course direct in the future
• Co-management and didactic teaching - 20%
  • Student management (facilitation of learning) and evaluation
  • Faculty calibration
  • Canvas course management
• Other duties as assigned - 5%

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Dental Hygiene of Related Field
• Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program
• Eligible for MN Dental Hygiene License by date of hire
• Minimum 3 years clinical experience working as a dental hygienist in a dental practice setting.
• Minimum 3 years teaching experience in an accredited DH or DDS program.
• Evidence of dependability, accuracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills necessary to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of faculty, staff, and students; including written, in person, and phone communication.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree preferred.
• Previous teaching experience in clinical teaching and in didactic teaching of DH/Periodontology.
• Evidence of experience in applying knowledge and skill to complete tasks with precision and timeliness

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. The School of Dentistry advances health through scientific discovery, innovative education, and the highest quality care for all communities. Our impact extends beyond dental offices to classrooms and clinics throughout the region. We educate dentists, dental specialists, dental therapists, dental hygienists, dental educators, and research scientists.

Pay Range: $80,000-$100,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

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:

• a current curriculum vita (CV),
• a letter of interest,
• a one-page (500 word) diversity, equity and inclusion statement that explains your contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion in your previous professional roles, and discusses the impact your contributions made to your organization(s) and the community.

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.

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The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

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