Assistant/Associate Professor of Prosthodontics

Creighton University; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Omaha, Nebraska is seeking a motivated individual for a tenure-track position in the School of Dentistry. This role involves enhancing dental education through support in both didactic and clinical curricula, notably within pre-clinical courses and labs. Candidates should possess a DDS or DMD degree from an ADA accredited institution and hold an unrestricted Nebraska Dental License. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for collaborative success within a dedicated faculty team.

Qualifications

• Degree in dentistry from an accredited program.
• Eligibility for an unrestricted Nebraska Dental License.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of curriculum in pre-clinical courses and labs.
• Assist in the clinical environment as a Clinician-Educator.
• Engage with faculty to enhance dental education.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Collaborative work

Education

DDS or DMD degree from an ADA CODA accredited institution

Unrestricted Nebraska Dental License

Job description

Creighton University School of Dentistry is seeking a motivated individual to support the didactic and clinical curricula of the school including patient services through the school’s pre‑doctoral clinic model.

The 12 month tenure‑track position will work with a team of dedicated faculty who are building on a rich legacy of excellence in dental education and expanding our capacity as a national resource in the dental profession. Responsibilities include supporting the delivery of the curriculum notably in the pre‑clinical courses and labs in addition to the clinic. This tenure‑track position has assigned SOD performance guidelines as a Clinician‑Educator.

Primary appointment will be in the Department of Prosthodontics. Academic rank and salary will be based upon qualifications.

Creighton is a Catholic and Jesuit comprehensive university committed to excellence in undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.

Required

• DDS or DMD degree from an ADA CODA accredited institution or an equivalent degree from an international program combined with an ADA CODA accredited certificate of completion from an applicable specialty; or a DDS or DMD degree from an ADA CODA accredited institution with ADA CODA accredited post‑graduate training in Advanced General Dentistry or demonstrated prosthodontic experience deemed commensurate with post‑graduate training.
• Successful completion of Part I and Part II of the National Board Dental Examination or the Integrated National Board Dental Examination prior to the date of hire.
• Candidates must possess an unrestricted Nebraska Dental License or be eligible to obtain an unrestricted Nebraska Dental License in a category for which they are eligible and also acquire credentialing from applicable third‑party payer systems.
• Candidates must also possess strong organizational and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a collegial, interdisciplinary environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Specialty certificate and/or Master of Science in Prosthodontics from an ADA accredited prosthodontic program.
• Certificate from a post‑graduate program in General Dentistry (AEGD/GPR); or a multi‑year general dentistry commitment as part of military service with experiential evidence of course assignments in clinical, laboratory, classroom teaching support of prosthodontic curriculum (removable/fixed/implants).
• Prior full‑time or >50 % dental academic position with experiential evidence of course assignments in clinical, laboratory, classroom teaching support of prosthodontic curriculum (removable/fixed/implants).

How To Apply

Candidates should submit their application through Interfolio.

The Complete Application Must Include

• Cover Letter
• CV or Resume

If a candidate is called for an interview, they may be asked to provide one or all of the following:

• Original academic transcripts from all institutions of higher education attended
• Letters of recommendation, at least two of which should speak to the candidate’s teaching ability
• Statement of teaching philosophy as it applies to dental education
• Make formal presentation to faculty body a sample of scholarly activity

The School of Dentistry provides an exceptional education in an unrivaled clinical learning environment and is an integral component of Creighton University, a dynamic and growing institution located in Omaha, Nebraska. Omaha boasts a lively, thriving metropolitan community conveniently located in the nation’s heartland.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non‑discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination.