ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE CLINICAL PROFESSOR/ Restorative Clinical Sciences / UMKC School of Dentistry
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City, MO
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 18, 2024
Hiring Department
UNIVERSITY of MISSOURI-KANSAS CITY
SCHOOL of DENTISTRY
Restorative Clinical Sciences
Our program is the only public dental school in Missouri. Our alumni account for roughly half of all practicing dentists in Missouri. Yet our reach goes further, we also provide a critical education outlet for Kansas and several other states without a dental school. Our university is committed to being a model urban university that is recognized for our partnerships with multifarious communities to effectively foster a healthy, safe, more economically secure quality of life. The School of Dentistry operates a public student dental clinic and a faculty practice which serve patients throughout the KC metropolitan area.
Job Description
The University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry seeks 2 general dentist Assistant/Associate Clinical Professors to fill positions in the Restorative Clinical Sciences department. The faculty members will provide clinical instruction and oversight for pre-doctoral dental students. This includes instruction and evaluation of students in diagnosis, treatment planning, restorative dentistry, removable, fixed, and implant prosthodontics, endodontics, and non-surgical periodontics; experience in pediatric dentistry is a plus. The faculty members are expected to provide didactic and preclinical lab instruction, as assigned.
· These are ranked 12-month, benefit-eligible non-tenure track faculty positions
· Work week may be 4 days didactic and clinical instruction (32 hours/.80 FTE) or 5 days (40 hours/1.0 FTE) by negotiation.
· Qualified candidates hired for 5 days per week (1.0 FTE) may be eligible to participate in faculty practice one day per week.
· There is opportunity for ranked promotion.
· Start date is upon hire, or by negotiation.
· Our academic workloads and schedule promote a positive work/life balance.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
· A DDS/DMD or equivalent is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
· Eligibility for Missouri licensure and Advanced Education in General Dentistry/General Practice Residency training or equivalent is preferred.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary is negotiable and commensurate with rank, experience, credentials, and workload.
Application Materials
To be considered, you must apply through the UMKC recruitment portal at:www.umkc.edu/hr/careers/Academic Positions, Job Identification51011.
Please complete the application which contains three (3) sections: 1. Name, US employment eligibility, and Contact Information 2. Combine all application materials (a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a list of at least 3 current references) into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as a resume attachment.
Limit document name to 50 characters. Maximum size limit is 11MB. Do not include special characters (e.g., /,&, %, etc.).
· For questions about the position, please contact Dr. Cynthia Petrie:petriec@umkc.edu, Restorative Clinical Sciences, UMKC School of Dentistry
· If you need technical assistance, please call (800) 488-5288.
· If you need an accommodation in the application process, please contact the Office of Affirmative Action at (816) 235-1323.
All final candidates will be required to provide official university transcripts reflecting the award of required credentials and pass a criminal background check prior to beginning employment.
Application Deadline
Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Interviews of qualified candidates will begin immediately and continue until a qualified candidate is hired.
Other Information
The UMKC Dental School is a partner of theUMKC Health Sciences District. The District strives to be a premier academic health district, engaging in cutting-edge biomedical research and entrepreneurship, delivering state-of-the-science health care, and educating the next generation of health care professionals. UMKC provides unique opportunities for research and health care collaboration across its Schools of: Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing & Health Studies, and Pharmacy as well as University Health physicians, regional health care institutions, and the University of Missouri System'sNextGen Data Science and Analytics Innovation Center.
A City on the Rise: Big City Life and Midwest Charm, Kansas City offers the best of both worlds - a vibrant, urban community with midwestern appeal and an affordable cost of living. The university is located in a Kansas City metropolitan area that is among the most entrepreneurial cities in America with a population of more than 2.4 million. Our UMKC campuses are centered in the hubs of business activity, cultural arts, (some great barbeque and ethnic cuisine!) and health science research engagement for both the Volker and Health Sciences campuses. Our community boasts championship professional athletic teams, NASCAR racing, and a rich history of music and performing arts. Our beautiful state provides rivers, lakes, biking/hiking trails and mountains for outdoor enthusiasts all within an easy drive.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website athttps://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visithttps://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeoor call Human Resources at 816-235-1621.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.
