Adjunct Assistant/Associate Professor, UMKC Dental Hygiene (Continuous Posting)

University of Missouri-Kansas City; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Participation in Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b)

Job summary

The University of Missouri-Kansas City seeks an adjunct faculty member for the Dental Hygiene division. This part-time position, offering 10 to 26 hours per week, focuses on clinical instruction and supervision of dental hygiene students, emphasizing a commitment to public oral health.

A Bachelor's Degree is required, with eligibility for Missouri dental hygiene licensure. Preference is given to candidates with a Master's Degree in Dental Hygiene.

Qualifications

• Eligibility for Missouri dental hygiene licensure is required.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Instruction, supervision, and evaluation of dental hygiene students.

Education

Bachelors Degree

Master's Degree in Dental Hygiene (preferred)

Job description

The Division of Dental Hygiene at the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) prepares students to become competent dental hygienists who actively participate in the improvement of the public's oral health. The UMKC program graduated its first class in 1954 and is the only program in Missouri to award a Baccalaureate degree in dental hygiene. Our graduates can function effectively as oral health care professionals working with individuals in all ages and stages of life in a constantly changing society. Graduates are prepared to use problem‑solving skills to plan, implement and evaluate dental hygiene care of diverse populations while working in a variety of settings - including clinical practice, education, public health, hospital dental programs and public‑school dental programs.

Job Description

The School of Dentistry is seeking an adjunct faculty member for the division of Dental Hygiene.

• Clinical Instruction, supervision, and evaluation of dental hygiene students in either first or second year clinic.

Part time, non‑benefit eligible, unranked, academic appointee position. Hours are approximately 10 to 26 hours/week (0.25 to 0.65 FTE).

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree is required.

Eligibility for Missouri dental hygiene licensure is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Master's Degree in Dental Hygiene.

Application Materials

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non‑benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816‑235‑6910.

Applicants apply at https://www.umkc.edu/. To be considered, you must complete the application including Legal Name, US employment eligibility, and current contact information. Upload all application materials (a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a list of references).

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For questions about the position, please contact [e-mail] include the Job Identification number 57734 and name of the position.

Application Deadline

Review of applications will begin immediately; position will remain posted until filled.