Assistant/Associate Professor of General Dentistry - Signing Bonus

Kansas City University; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 22,500 - 27,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Kansas City University is seeking a faculty member in Joplin, Missouri, to provide didactic and clinical education for pre‑doctoral dental students. This role involves overseeing student dental care in the Oral Health Center and serving as an academic coach.

The ideal candidate will have a D.D.S./D.M.D. degree, be currently licensed or eligible for licensure in Missouri, and possess experience in dental education. This position offers a supportive environment to foster growth in a new dental school.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed in Missouri or eligible for licensure.
• Experience in teaching pre‑doctoral dental students.
• Commitment to improving oral health in collaboration with other professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide education to dental students in various settings.
• Oversee dental care provided by students.
• Create a supportive learning environment.

Skills

Didactic and clinical instruction

Passion for dentistry

Experience in general dentistry

Leadership skills in education

Education

D.D.S./D.M.D. degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

Job Type: Faculty
Location: Joplin, Missouri
Salary: $25,000 Signing Bonus plus Relocation Assistance

Responsibilities

• Provide didactic and clinical education of pre‑doctoral dental students in the simulation laboratory, group practice, and community settings.
• Provide comprehensive general dental care when required in the Oral Health Center.
• Serve as a faculty member overseeing the provision of dental care performed by students.
• Serve as academic coaches and role models for students, delivering compassionate, ethical, and evidence‑based patient care.
• Contribute to a humanistic learning environment and help develop and grow a new dental school.
• Demonstrate a passion for dentistry and a strong desire to teach in a demanding, fast‑paced academic setting.

Qualifications

• D.D.S./D.M.D. degree or equivalent.
• Currently licensed in Missouri or holding an active dental license in a U.S. state or Canada, and eligible for licensure in Missouri or evidence of eligibility for an unrestricted Missouri dental license or faculty license.
• Experience in didactic and clinical instruction of general dentistry to pre‑doctoral students within a simulation laboratory or group practice.
• Preference given to candidates with prior teaching experience and advanced training in general or restorative dentistry.
• Passion for dentistry, enthusiasm for dental education, and a strong desire to teach in a startup academic environment.
• Commitment to improving oral and overall health of patients in the region through collaboration with other primary care professionals.

Contact

For more information contact Tosha at [e-mail] or 417.208.0757.

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