Adjunct Faculty - Maxillofacial Medicine

Nova Southeastern University; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 41,328 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale is seeking adjunct faculty for the College of Dental Medicine. The role focuses on assisting with the clinical and didactic training of dental students. Applicants should hold a DDS/DMD or equivalent, with clinical teaching experience from a CODA-accredited dental school. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering instruction, evaluating student performance, and facilitating classroom activities. This non-exempt position offers hourly pay without specific preferred qualifications noted.

Qualifications

• Experience in a CODA-accredited dental school is required.
• Strong communication and teaching skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver instruction to dental students.
• Evaluate student performance and learning.
• Facilitate activities in various settings.

Skills

Clinical teaching experience

Board eligibility in Oral and Maxillofacial specialties

Education

DDS/DMD or foreign equivalent dentistry degree

Job description

Primary Purpose

The College of Dental Medicine at Nova Southeastern University is seeking adjunct faculty to assist with the clinical and didactic training of dental students under the direction of the Department Chair of the Department of Maxillofacial Medicine.

Job Category

Non-Exempt – Hourly

Essential Job Functions

• Prepare and deliver instruction to dental students.
• Facilitate activities in the classroom, simulation laboratory, clinic, and/or other settings.
• Act as a liaison between the students and the faculty course director.
• Provide and facilitate examinations; assign grades consistent with course requirements.
• Teach or facilitate classes based on varied schedules to accommodate diverse student needs and meet the expectations of the College as assigned by the designated faculty course director.
• Follow the course curriculum as assigned.
• Prepare assignments.
• Evaluate student performance and learning.
• Maintain an active classroom environment conducive to student learning and success.
• Assess clinical education needs and patient and client teaching needs using a variety of methods.
• Demonstrate patient care in clinical units.
• Complete NSU mandatory trainings (e.g., HIPAA compliance, technology training, Canvas training).
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Board eligibility or certification in Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, and/or Oral Medicine.
• DDS/DMD or foreign equivalent dentistry degree.
• Clinical teaching experience from a CODA‑accredited dental school.

Preferred Qualifications

None specified.

Additional Information

Safety sensitive position: No

Background screening required: No

Equal Opportunity Statement

Nova Southeastern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.