ASDOH - Adjunct Faculty Dental Clinic

A T Still University of Health Sciences; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent health sciences university in Mesa, Arizona, is seeking part-time adjunct clinical faculty members, both general dentists and specialists. The role involves providing clinical and preclinical instruction as part of a dedicated team, focusing on the development of dental students in patient-centered care. Candidates should possess a DMD or DDS degree and a minimum of three years of clinical experience, with Arizona licensure being preferred. This position aims to foster a commitment to diversity and social justice within the academic environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of a DMD or DDS degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of three years clinical practice experience.
• Eligibility for dental licensure in Arizona preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and preclinical instruction.
• Work in teams with faculty members to provide patient care.
• Support dental students in practical learning experiences.

Skills

Clinical practice experience

Commitment to diversity

Leadership in education

Education

DMD or DDS degree

Advanced education program

Job description

Overview

A.T. Still University’s Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health (ASDOH) is seeking part-time, non-exempt adjunct clinical faculty members, both general dentists and specialists, to join the predoctoral dental education program. ASDOH is dedicated to educating caring, technically adept dentists who become community and education leaders serving those in need.

Please note that adjunct positions are only filled on an as-needed basis.

Responsibilities

Position responsibilities include clinical and preclinical instruction, as well as the provision of direct patient care. Adjunct faculty members will work as part of a team of general dental and specialty faculty in ASDOH’s Comprehensive Care Units to provide dental students interdisciplinary clinical experiences in comprehensive patient-centered oral health care including diagnosis, treatment planning, treatment in all phases of general dentistry, and maintenance. Other key expectations include a commitment to diversity, social justice, and promotion of the mission of ASDOH including an atmosphere of respect, collegiality and professionalism.

Qualifications

General Dentists: Completion of a DMD or DDS degree from an institution accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA).

Specialty Dentists: Completion of an advanced education program from an institution accredited by CODA. DMD or DDS degree from an institution accredited by CODA is preferred, but not required.

Clinical Experience: Minimum of three-year clinical practice experience, which may include post-graduate residency.

Preferences

Preferences include eligibility for dental licensure in Arizona; board certification/eligibility in the specialty; experience in academics, clinical research and clinical practice in the community desirable.

A.T. Still University (ATSU) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.