Adjunct Faculty - Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Nova Southeastern University; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

Nova Southeastern University is seeking adjunct faculty for the College of Dental Medicine in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The role includes preparing and delivering instruction to dental students, facilitating classroom and clinical activities, and evaluating student performance. Required qualifications include a DDS/DMD or equivalent dentistry degree and a strong knowledge of teaching principles. This position offers a chance to impact dental education and accommodates diverse teaching schedules.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of techniques needed in Dental Medicine.
• Knowledge of training design principles for individuals/groups.
• Thorough knowledge of the structure/content of the English language.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Instructing

Critical Thinking

Active Listening

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 Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

Job Category

Non‑Exempt

Hiring Range

— (Not specified)

Pay Basis

Hourly

Essential Job Functions

• Prepare and deliver instruction to Dental students.
• Facilitate activities in the classroom, simulation laboratory, clinic, and/or other setting(s).
• Act as a liaison between the students and the faculty course director.
• Provide and facilitate examinations. May include assigning grades consistent with course requirements.
• Teach or facilitate classes based on varied schedules to accommodate diverse student needs and to 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, etc.).
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Meet minimum requirements:

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge

• Dental Medicine – Comprehensive knowledge of the information/techniques needed in Dental Medicine, including symptoms and treatment planning.
• Education/Training – Knowledge of principles/methods for curriculum/training design/training for individuals/groups, and measurement of training effects.
• English Language – Thorough knowledge of the structure/content of the English language, including meaning, spelling, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Customer Service – General knowledge of principles/processes for providing customer and personal services, needs assessment, meeting quality standards, and evaluation of user satisfaction.

Skills

• Instructing – Teaching others how to do something.
• Critical Thinking – Using logic/reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions/approaches to problems.
• Judgment/Decision Making – Considering costs/benefits to choose the most appropriate action.
• Active Listening – Giving full attention, understanding, and asking questions appropriately.
• Active Learning – Understanding new information implications for current and future decisions.
• Complex Problem Solving – Identifying, reviewing, and implementing solutions to complex problems.
• Speaking – Conveying information effectively to others.
• Reading Comprehension – Understanding written sentences/paragraphs in work‑related documents.
• Learning Strategies – Selecting/using training/instructional methods appropriate for teaching new content.

Abilities

• Finger Dexterity – Precise coordinated movements of the fingers to manipulate small objects.
• Deductive Reasoning – Applying general rules to specific problems.
• Inductive Reasoning – Combining information to form general rules or conclusions.
• Speech Clarity – Speaking clearly for understanding.
• Fluency of Ideas – Generating multiple ideas about a topic.
• Problem Sensitivity – Identifying when something is wrong or may go wrong.
• Oral Comprehension – Listening/understanding spoken information.
• Oral Expression – Communicating information effectively in spoken form.
• Written Comprehension – Reading/understanding written information.
• Written Expression – Communicating information effectively in written form.

Physical Requirements

• Speech Recognition – Identify and understand speech of others.
• Speech Clarity – Speak clearly for understanding.
• Near Vision – See details at close range.
• Manual Dexterity – Manipulate small equipment and supplies.
• Workstanding – Be seated or standing for periods of time.
• Equipment Use – Use pens, pencils, mobile devices, and computer keyboards as needed.
• Travel – Travel as required on a daily or overnight basis.
• Work Schedule – Work nights or weekends as required.
• Physical Strength – Lift, pull, and push objects up to 25 pounds.

Required Education

DDS/DMD or foreign equivalent dentistry degree.

Required Experience

— (Not specified)

Preferred Qualifications

— (Not specified)

Background Screening and Safety

Background screening required: No
Safety sensitive position: No