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Professor of Pediatric Dentistry- Full-Time, open rank
 University of Pittsburgh | |
 United States, Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh | |
| 4200 Fifth Avenue (Show on map) | |
 Oct 07, 2024 | |
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The University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine invites applications for a full-time appointment stream faculty position in the Department of Pediatric Dentistry at the Assistant/Associate/Professor level.
Qualified candidates must possess or be able to obtain an appropriate license for clinical practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; have a DDS/DMD or foreign equivalent; have a Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry from a CODA-accredited program; be board certified or eligible for certification; have developed an area of clinical excellence; and have proven administrative experience. Favorable consideration will be given to those with leadership skills, additional expertise, and training credentials such as a dual specialty certification, MS, PhD, fellowship qualification, or other advanced degrees. Salary will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications, experience, and credentials.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to didactic and clinical instruction of residents and dental students, curriculum development, implementation of program policies, research supervision, scholarly activities, and service. Leadership opportunities to serve as a predoctoral director or graduate program director may be available for qualified candidates. Participation in University Dental Health Services (UDHS) faculty practice is expected.
The University of Pittsburgh is a top-tier public research institution and is currently ranked 3rd among United States universities in NIH funding. The Schools of the Health Sciences propel scientific discovery and clinical innovation to educate and prepare future researchers, physicians, and healthcare providers and administrators for 21st-century careers.
The School of Dental Medicine is a proud part of the Schools of the Health Sciences and has been educating students to take their places among the best dental practitioners, researchers, and educators in our region, across the country, and even around the world since 1896. The School's mission is to improve oral health through teaching, research, and service. Representatives of Pitt Dental Medicine are expected to embody and display the Values which include service, passion for excellence, professionalism and integrity, leadership, collaboration, and humanism.
Pitt Dental Medicine is located on the University's main campus in Pittsburgh, contiguous with the other five health science schools. The School's general dental clinics and 11 specialty clinics play an integral role in improving the oral health of the patient population of southwestern Pennsylvania and beyond. As part of the clinical practice and faculty of the University of Pittsburgh, the practitioner will have the opportunity to collaborate with clinicians, innovators, and investigators from around the world and become part of a vibrant community of healthcare providers dedicated to making a difference in their chosen field and in the lives of others.
To apply please go to join.pitt.edu, select Faculty Positions, and search keyword 23005134. Please upload a curriculum vitae, and a statement describing your interest in the position, qualifications, and experience. The search committee will begin reviewing applications upon receipt. Only applicants who appear best qualified will be invited for a personal interview.
If the intended academic rank is either Instructor or Assistant Professor the candidate must provide at least three letters of recommendation. These letters may be uploaded or sent to the Chair of the Search Committee.If the intended academic rank is either Associate Professor or Professor please upload a contact list of six external referees whom we may contact on your behalf for a letter of recommendation regarding an appointment review. The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all. The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets. Please see job description PI251128182 | |