School of Dentistry Prosthodontic Faculty

Posting Details

The University of Utah, an AA / EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.

Position Information

Position / Rank

School of Dentistry Prosthodontic Faculty

Department

01478 - SOD - EDUCATION

City

Salt Lake City, UT

Track

Track Dependent on Qualifications

New Position to Begin

As soon as possible

Details

The University of Utah School of Dentistry (UUSOD) is seeking a dentist with an advanced background or specialty training in prosthodontics with the skills and interest to educate and train an exceptionally talented group of students in a university environment.

Responsibilities will include educating and mentoring students in the DDS program. In addition, this position will work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary care of patients in the restorative, prosthetic, endodontic, oral surgery, and oral diagnosis sections of the UUSOD. Evidence-based care is integral to all our programs. Clinical training occurs within the School of Dentistry and its satellite community health clinics. The UUSOD thrives on high-quality education and innovation while being committed to providing care to underserved populations across the state of Utah.

Faculty are hired at the Instructor, Assistant, Associate, or Professor rank in the (Clinical) Track or Tenure Track lines. The candidate's experience and qualifications determine rank.

The UUSOD has many opportunities for career advancement and leadership development. Compensation is based on the published ADEA compensation ranges, and we offer an excellent benefits package, including immediate vesting of 14.2% to retirement with no match required, for all faculty that work 50% time or greater. We also offer up to 25 vacation days per year and much more. You can learn more about the benefits package at https : / / www.hr.utah.edu / benefits / . This position requires 0.6 to.1.0 FTE or a 3 to 5 day commitment per week.

Qualified candidates should have a DDS or equivalent degree, advance or specialty training in the field of Prosthodontics, and qualify for a dental license in Utah. Requirements for a Utah dental license are found on DOPL .

The school fosters a humanistic, evidence-based approach to education and patient care. We are looking for applicants who are committed to creating a humanistic environment. The successful candidate will educate and mentor dental students to be technically proficient in all aspects of primary oral health care and will serve as role models for the compassionate and ethical care of patients. We also seek individuals whose drive and intellectual curiosity help advance research that leads to new therapeutics for oral health care. Finally, we seek applicants with insights and vision for partnering with other primary healthcare professionals to improve oral and overall health for patients.

Candidates must submit a current curriculum vitae, a cover letter that summarizes teaching, clinical and scholarly experiences, and three professional references' names / contact information. All references must be outside the University of Utah and / or its affiliates. Submit all applications to : https : / / utah.peopleadmin.com / hr / postings / 149518

Inquiries may be directed to :

Jeri Bullock, D.D.S.

Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs

University of Utah School of Dentistry

The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

EEO / Non-Discrimination Information

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director / Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO / AA). More information, including the Director / Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at :

https : / / www.utah.edu / nondiscrimination /

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

Notice

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at ([redacted] for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at ([redacted] or ([redacted] or University Human Resource Management at ([redacted] if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and / or drug screen and immunizations. https : / / safety.utah.edu / safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

Special Instructions for Candidates

Candidates must submit a current curriculum vitae, a cover letter that summarizes teaching, clinical and scholarly experiences, and three professional references' names / contact information.

All references must be outside the University of Utah and / or its affiliates. Submit all applications to : https : / / utah.peopleadmin.com / hr / postings / 149518

Inquiries may be directed to :

Jeri Bullock, D.D.S.

Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs

University of Utah School of Dentistry

Open Date

06 / 28 / 2023

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Requisition Number

PRN03309F

Type

Faculty