Director, Division of Operative Dentistry; Associate Professor

The School of Dentistry seeks candidates for a full-time tenured, or tenure eligible, Associate Professor faculty position to lead the Division of Operative Dentistry. This position will report to the Chair of the Department of Restorative Sciences.

This person must be an experienced Operative Dentist, who can lead the Division of Operative Dentistry, 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. They must be able to collaborate and partner with other division leaders to ensure that operative concepts, principles, and techniques are incorporated into the clinical training of learners within a comprehensive care and team-based model. 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 Operative Dentistry education at the University of Minnesota for both pre-doctoral and dental therapy education learners. The School of Dentistry promotes inclusive excellence and well-being among our students, faculty, staff, and patients.

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage the operation of the predoctoral clinics within the Division of Operative Dentistry including the oversight and management of clinic processes, policies and procedures, protocols, and common practices within the division clinics
• Manage and contribute to the didactic and clinical teaching for predoctoral and dental therapy students
• Supervise all direct-report faculty within the Division of Operative Dentistry
• Foster mentorship of faculty and students, as well as support of other mentoring relationships throughout the division
• Participate in Department leadership meetings and initiatives
• Create, promote, and encourage research opportunities within the Division of Operative Dentistry as well as the development of research collaborations with other divisions and departments
• Create and encourage a humanistic and inclusive environment that is conducive to collaboration and the sharing of school, division, and department resources among faculty and staff in the Division and the School of Dentistry
• Promote an environment, through policy and practice, that strives to achieve inclusion and well-being in the Division and the School of Dentistry
• Recruit, retain and develop faculty and staff to ensure that the divisional and school goals and strategic priorities are achieved.
• Participate actively in School of Dentistry governance, including service on various committees
• Ensure that Division faculty promote life-long learning by participation in the School of Dentistry's continuing dental education and/or external continuing education.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff in other departments and units to advance the school of dentistry strategic priorities and initiatives.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS (Please document on CV):

• DDS, DMD, or equivalent degree.
• Completion of an advanced education training program in Operative Dentistry.
• Possession of a Minnesota dental license or eligibility for a Minnesota dental license by the start date.
• Eligibility for tenure in the Department of Restorative Sciences at the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry.
• Advanced understanding of incorporating digital technologies in dental education, curriculum design, and clinical applications, with examples of innovative ideas implemented and specific projects demonstrating impact on student learning outcomes included in the CV.
• Five years or more of experience providing direct patient care.
• Five years or more of clinical and didactic teaching experience in operative dentistry.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree: MS or PhD in a related field (cariology, biomaterials, education, etc.)
• Fellowship: American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, Academy of General Dentistry, or other similar certification
• Leadership: Experience serving in a leadership role
• Teaching: Demonstrated history of quality clinical and didactic teaching with students
• Research Funding: History of funded research and /or evidence of potential future funding.
• Publications: Experience preparing, submitting, and publishing manuscripts in Operative Dentistry or a related field
• Governance: Experience serving on or leading organizational or institutional committees
• Mentorship Experience: Service as academic or research mentor to faculty and learners

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: $150,000-$180,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment Category: 75%-100% Appointment (If job description above does not specify appointment or expected weekly hours, assume a 100% appointment.)

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

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,

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).

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.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

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