Adjunct Clinical Assistant or Associate Professor

University of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Minnesota invites an Adjunct Clinical Assistant or Associate Professor to lead clinical teaching in the pediatric dentistry clinic. You will supervise predoctoral dental students during their pediatric dentistry rotations, ensuring quality patient care and safety while modeling professional behavior.

The role focuses on teaching, demonstrating, and assessing practice-level procedures, with collaboration across dental assistants, scheduling, and admissions to maintain smooth

Qualifications

• DDS, DMD or equivalent dental degree required.
• Active Dental License in good standing with the Minnesota Board of Dentistry.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• Demonstrated professional clinical experience providing comprehensive dental care to pediatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clinical teaching and direct floor supervision for predoctoral dental students in pediatric dentistry.
• Mentor students to ensure proper techniques, diagnosis, behavior management, and treatment planning.
• Assess students' hands-on clinical competencies and communication skills.
• Collaborate with clinic teams to support daily operations.

Skills

Teaching

Clinical supervision

Student assessment

Education

DDS/DMD or equivalent

Minnesota Dental License

CPR/BLS certification

Pediatric clinical experience

Job description

About the Job

Job ID: 376490

Location: Twin Cities

Job Family: Academic

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job Code: 9403AC

Employee Class: Instr Fac/TC and Coord Cmp

The School of Dentistry Pediatric clinic is hiring for an Adjunct Clinical Assistant or Associate Professor who is proficient in teaching, demonstrating, and assessing practice-level dental procedures and clinical care.

An Adjunct Clinical Assistant Associate Professor must be proficient to teach, demonstrate, and assess practice-level dental procedures and clinical care. They support the division by evaluating the clinical, technical, and professional development of dental students in the predoctoral pediatric dental clinic. Faculty members are expected to uphold all clinical policies, patient safety protocols, and operational procedures of the School of Dentistry at the University of Minnesota.

This position is vital to providing consistent clinical instruction and floor supervision for predoctoral dental students in their pediatric dentistry clinic rotation. The ideal candidate will possess a positive attitude, a strong interest in clinical teaching, and a commitment to providing high-quality comprehensive care to a diverse patient population.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Clinical Instruction: Deliver clinical teaching and direct floor supervision for predoctoral dental students during their pediatric dentistry clinical rotation.
• Student Mentorship: Supervise and mentor students providing comprehensive patient care, ensuring appropriate techniques, diagnosis, behavioral management, and treatment planning.
• Skill Evaluation: Assess students' hands‑on clinical competencies, professional communication, and patient management skills.
• Operational Integration: Collaborate across clinic teams, including dental assistants, scheduling staff, and admissions, to support smooth daily operations.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• DDS, DMD or equivalent dental degree
• Active Dental License in good standing with the Minnesota Board of Dentistry
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Demonstrated professional clinical experience providing comprehensive dental care to pediatric populations (e.g., via general dentistry, pediatric-focused practices, or growth-and-development focused care)

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. All qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree, residency training, or specialty training in a relevant dental specialty or public health field
• Prior experience in clinical, preclinical faculty teaching and course coordination
• Demonstrated experience in dental practice management, clinical leadership, or staff supervision
• Proven ability to work effectively both independently and within a collaborative team environment

About the Department

The Department of Developmental and Surgical Sciences is home to five divisions: Pediatric Dentistry, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontics, Periodontology, and Hospital and Special Care Dentistry. It supports the mission of the School of Dentistry and advances oral and general health through programs in orthodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, pediatric dentistry and periodontics, a cleft palate/craniofacial clinic and a program providing oral health services for older adults.

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 and Benefits

Pay Rang e: $2,013 - $59,755; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.

The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

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.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.