Associate Professor Open Rank - Periodontics - R101022

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Department:

Diagnosis & Oral Health

Location: Health Sciences Center

Time Type:

Full time

Worker Type:

Regular Term (Fixed Term)

Job Req ID: R101022

Position Description:

The Department of Diagnosis and Oral Health, Division of Periodontics at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry (ULSD) invites applications for full-time Assistant/Associate Professor Open Rank faculty positions in Periodontics (Two Positions Available).  This position has the opportunity to be probationary/tenure track or tenure depending on qualifications and past experience. Applicants must possess a DDS/DMD degree or equivalent and be eligible for licensure in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Candidates must have completed a formal training program in Periodontics, preferably from a CODA­ accredited institution, or possess a Master or PhD in Periodontics. Candidates who are Board eligible or are certified by the American Board of Periodontology are preferred.  Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The applicant should have demonstrated excellence in clinical and didactic teaching, an ongoing commitment to dental education and service, and evidence of scholarly activity. Candidates with proven teaching experience including course directorship are preferable. A proven ability to conduct research, such as the attainment of a PhD, and evidence of mentoring students of all levels is also highly desirable. Both clinical and tenure-accruing opportunities may be considered for appropriately qualified applicants.

The successful applicant will:

• Provide pre-clinical instruction and supervise clinical student learning experiences at both the Pre-and Post-doctoral level including advanced surgical procedures, dental implants, implant site development, esthetic procedures and IV sedation.
• Participate in didactic instruction in periodontal content areas, perform student assessments, and take part in faculty calibration and development in pre-clinical and clinical areas at both the Pre-and Post-doctoral level.
• Engage in service activities in the University, the community, and with national organizations.  
• Have the experience, willingness, and potential to be successful in achieving tenure.

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Diagnosis & Oral Health
University of Louisville