Assistant Professor of Dental Medicine

Lincoln Memorial University; Tennessee; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, Tennessee, seeks an Assistant Professor of Dental Medicine to lead preclinical instruction in simulation and laboratory settings, guiding operative dentistry, dental anatomy, and prosthodontics.

The role emphasizes small-group teaching, rubric-based assessment, and timely feedback to foster hands-on skill development and professional growth within an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• DDS, DMD, or equivalent dental degree from an accredited institution.
• Proficiency in basic and advanced restorative dental procedures.
• Eligibility for dental licensure or faculty permit in the state strongly preferred.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching, student mentorship, and preclinical education.

Responsibilities

• Teach and demonstrate preclinical procedures in simulation labs, including operative dentistry, dental anatomy, occlusion, and prosthodontics.
• Provide individualized and small-group instruction to guide students through lab exercises and projects.
• Reinforce principles taught in didactic courses through hands-on application.
• Evaluate student work using established rubrics and performance criteria.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback to support skill development and continuous improvement.
• Assist with practical examinations, skill checks, and competency assessments.
• Ensure lab equipment, instruments, and materials are prepared and maintained for instructional use.
• Monitor student adherence to infection control and safety protocols within the lab.
• Model professionalism, ethical behavior, and teamwork in all interactions with students and colleagues.
• Serve as a mentor to students by supporting their academic and professional development.
• Work collaboratively with course directors, faculty, and lab staff to support course objectives and student success.
• Participate in faculty meetings, calibration sessions, and departmental planning activities.
• Provide input on curriculum development and continuous improvement of preclinical courses.
• Contribute to the development and revision of instructional materials and lab manuals.
• Support an inclusive and respectful learning environment where all students feel welcome and empowered to succeed.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to diverse student needs and learning styles.
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested by department chairs or course directors to support the mission and operations of the dental school.

Skills

Restorative dentistry

Teaching

Mentorship

Laboratory instruction

Education

DDS / DMD or equivalent

Tools

CAD/CAM

Digital dentistry

Virtual simulation

Job description

The Preclinical Assistant Professor of Dental Medicine is responsible for the instruction and supervision of dental students in simulation and laboratory settings. This role supports the foundational training of students in operative dentistry, fixed and removable prosthodontics, dental anatomy, and other essential preclinical skills. The instructor ensures that students gain proficiency in hand skills, critical thinking, and adherence to professional and academic standards, preparing them for entry into the clinical phase of their education

Required Qualifications

• DDS , DMD , or equivalent dental degree from an accredited institution.
• Proficiency in basic and advanced restorative dental procedures.
• Eligibility for dental licensure or faculty permit in the state of employment strongly preferred
• Commitment to excellence in teaching, student mentorship, and preclinical education

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience in a dental academic setting or simulation laboratory.
• Familiarity with preclinical grading rubrics and assessment tools.
• Experience with digital dentistry, CAD / CAM , or virtual simulation technologies.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, student-centered learning environment.

Physical Demands

Campus

Campus LMU Tower

Job Duty

Teach and demonstrate preclinical procedures in simulation labs, including but not limited to operative dentistry, dental anatomy, occlusion, and prosthodontics

Job Duty

Provide individualized and small-group instruction to guide students through lab exercises and projects

Job Duty

Reinforce principles taught in didactic courses through hands-on application

Job Duty

Evaluate student work using established rubrics and performance criteria

Job Duty

Provide timely, constructive feedback to support skill development and continuous improvement

Job Duty

Assist with practical examinations, skill checks, and competency assessments

Job Duty

Ensure lab equipment, instruments, and materials are prepared and maintained for instructional use

Job Duty

Monitor student adherence to infection control and safety protocols within the lab.

Job Duty

Model professionalism, ethical behavior, and teamwork in all interactions with students and colleagues

Job Duty

Serve as a mentor to students by supporting their academic and professional development

Job Duty

Work collaboratively with course directors, faculty, and lab staff to support course objectives and student success

Job Duty

Participate in faculty meetings, calibration sessions, and departmental planning activities

Job Duty

Provide input on curriculum development and continuous improvement of preclinical courses

Job Duty

Contribute to the development and revision of instructional materials and lab manuals

Job Duty

Support an inclusive and respectful learning environment where all students feel welcome and empowered to succeed

Job Duty

Demonstrate sensitivity to diverse student needs and learning styles

Job Duty

Perform additional responsibilities as requested by department chairs or course directors to support the mission and operations of the dental school

About the Institution

Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at 423-869-7112 or [e-mail] .

AA/EEO Statement

Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities.

The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual’s identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual’s criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position.

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