Assistant Professor

Meharrry Medical College; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Meharrry Medical College in Nashville, TN, is seeking an Assistant Professor in Periodontics. The role involves clinical and didactic faculty duties for predoctoral and postdoctoral programs, emphasizing academic excellence and health equity.

The ideal candidate should have a DDS or DMD, completion of a CODA-accredited residency in Periodontology, and teach both clinical skills and didactic content. A commitment to mentoring and contributing to scholarly activities is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical teaching at predoctoral or postdoctoral level.
• Ability to mentor students and residents.
• Commitment to academic excellence and health equity.

Responsibilities

• Serve as clinical and didactic faculty member in Periodontics.
• Supervise dental students in periodontal therapy.
• Participate in curriculum development and strategic planning.

Skills

Clinical periodontics proficiency

Instructional skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of evidence-based practices

Education

DDS or DMD from accredited dental school

Completion of a CODA-accredited postgraduate program in Periodontology

Job description

## Assistant ProfessorApplylocations: Main Campustime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR101715Position Summary: Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry invites applications for a full-time or part-time faculty position in the Department of Periodontics. We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and experienced Periodontist to participate in predoctoral and postdoctoral education. The candidate will contribute to clinical teaching, didactic instruction, curriculum development, and may engage in research and scholarly activities. A strong commitment to academic excellence, patient-centered care, and the advancement of oral health equity is essential.**Essential Functions (Principal Duties and Job Responsibilities):** **Assign a percentage to each essential function (equal to 100%):*** Serve as a clinical and didactic faculty member in the Department of Periodontics for both predoctoral and postdoctoral dental programs.* Supervise and instruct dental students and residents in periodontal diagnosis, treatment planning, and both non-surgical and surgical periodontal therapy.* Provide instruction in surgical periodontal therapies, dental implantology, laser dentistry, and dental sedation.* Participate in curriculum development, course management, and strategic planning initiatives.* Prepare and deliver lectures, laboratory exercises, and clinical demonstrations.* Mentor students and residents in clinical skills, professional development, and scholarly activity.* Engage in scholarly and research activities aligned with the mission of Meharry Medical College* Participate in departmental and institutional committees as assigned.* Support outcomes assessment and continuous quality improvement efforts* Perform other related duties as assigned.**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:*** Demonstrated proficiency in clinical periodontics, including advanced surgical techniques and implant placement.* Strong instructional and communication skills with experience in academic settings.* Ability to work effectively with diverse students, faculty, and patient populations.* Familiarity with current technologies and evidence-based practices in periodontology.* Capacity to contribute to a mission-driven institution committed to health equity.**Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Preferred:*** Experience with educational technology and electronic health records.* Documentation of research and scholarly contributions.* Experience in curriculum design and academic program assessment.* Commitment to interprofessional education and collaboration.**Education and Experience Required:*** DDS or DMD from a U.S. or Canadian accredited dental school.* Completion of a CODA-accredited postgraduate program in Periodontology.* Clinical teaching experience at the predoctoral or postdoctoral level.**Education and Experience Preferred:*** Master’s degree or equivalent advanced academic credentials in a relevant field.* Board Certification or Board Eligibility by the American Board of Periodontology.* Minimum of 3 years of teaching and/or clinical experience.**Licensure, Certification or Registration Required:*** Must be licensed to practice dentistry in the state of Tennessee or be eligible for licensure.* Board Certification for the Advanced Education program in Peridontics**Licensure, Certification or Registration Preferred:*** Board Certification by the American Board of Periodontology.* Current sedation certification and laser certification.**Equal Employment Opportunity**Meharry Medical College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.# **About Meharry**Meharry Medical College was founded just 11 years after the end of the Civil War with the mission of educating African Americans to serve the underserved. Today, the nation’s largest private, historically black academic health sciences center has trained thousands of health care professionals. Three out of every four Meharrians return to urban or rural communities to serve others by providing medical or dental services. Our faith-based roots within the United Methodist Church inspire us to respect and serve all. Our standards are high within an educational environment that is nurturing. We believe that health equity is key to alleviating suffering. Whether our graduates are physicians, dentists, scientists, professors or public health professionals, the Meharry experience equips them to affect the world as a force for change led by our motto: “Worship of God Through Service to Mankind."# **Mission**Meharry Medical College is a global academic health sciences center advancing health equity through innovative research, transformative education, exceptional and compassionate health services and policy-influencing thought leadership. True to its legacy, Meharry empowers diverse populations to improve the well-being of humankind.# **Core Values**Meharry Medical College is a community of scholars and learners committed to excellence* Accountability with transparency* Equity with inclusion* Respect with collegiality* Service with compassion* Integrity without exception# **Equal Employment Opportunity Statement**Meharry Medical College complies with Title IX and is an affirmative action employer. Candidates will be considered for employment without discrimination for an non-merit reason such as race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, handicap or veteran status.# **Contact**For questions regarding employment, please contact 615-327-6336 or [e-mail].