Dentistry Micro Assistant Professor

New Jersey Department of Children and Families; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

L'Université de la Colombie-Britannique (UBC) recherche un professeur assistant en sciences biologiques et médicales orales. Le candidat idéal doit renforcer la recherche sur les microbiomes oraux et avoir des compétences interdisciplinaires. Le poste est une opportunité de contribuer à l'excellence académique et d'encadrer des étudiants.

Qualifications

• Doit avoir un doctorat et une formation postdoctorale dans un domaine pertinent.
• Des compétences en microbiomes oraux et en cariologie sont des atouts.
• La capacité de développer un programme de recherche indépendant est cruciale.

Responsibilities

• Diriger la recherche en microbiomes oraux et supervise les stagiaires.
• Enseigner aux étudiants en DMD, hygiène dentaire et études supérieures.
• Collaborer avec des thèmes de recherche existants à la Faculté.

Skills

Research productivity

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Expertise in cariology

Skills in AI

Education

PhD

Postdoctoral training

DMD/DDS or dental hygiene degree

Job description

Assistant Professor at the UBC Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Oral Biological and Medical Sciences

Anticipated Start Date: Summer of 2025

Starting salary is $150,000.00 and may be negotiated based on experience and credentials.

The University of British Columbia (UBC) Faculty of Dentistry is recruiting outstanding candidates for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Oral Biological and Medical Sciences (OBMS), supported through the UBC President’s Academic Excellence Initiative. This position aims to reinforce the Faculty's leadership in Oral Health Research in Canada, aligning with Canada’s National Oral Health Research Strategy (NORHS, DOI: 10.1177/00220345241299360).

The Faculty seeks exceptional scholars to lead research in oral and systemic microbiomes and their interactions with the host. Candidates must hold a PhD and postdoctoral training in a relevant field, with a solid understanding of oral microbiomes. Expertise in cariology and skills in AI are assets. A DMD/DDS or dental hygiene degree is highly desirable but not required. The successful candidate will be an emerging leader capable of developing an independent research program, enhancing existing research and teaching excellence, and aligning with the goals of the Canadian National Oral Health Research Strategy.

Applicants should employ advanced methodologies in oral proteomics and metabolomics. Collaboration with existing research themes at the Faculty, including Craniofacial Development and Preclinical Disease Models and Matrix Biology, Infection, Immunity, and Biomaterials Research, is encouraged. Research groups in endodontics, periodontics, biomaterials, and craniofacial development are currently investigating biofilms and their interactions with the host.

The candidate will supervise undergraduate, graduate, and post-doctoral trainees. Evidence of recent research productivity (first or senior author publications in established journals over the past three years) and previous grant or salary awards will be favorably considered. Strong interpersonal skills, collegiality, and collaborative spirit are essential. The candidate should support the Faculty’s educational mandate by teaching foundational and oral microbiology to DMD, dental hygiene, and graduate students.

The appointment will be full-time at UBC, with salary, rank, and appointment status commensurate with qualifications and experience. UBC values merit and is committed to equity and diversity, welcoming applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of minority sexual orientations. Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be prioritized. Review of applications begins July 1st and continues until the position is filled.

Applications should include a curriculum vitae, evidence of research and teaching experience, and contact information for three referees (referees will be contacted only at a later stage, with prior notice to candidates). Applications should be sent to: