Associate Professor

Meharry Medical College; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry is inviting applications for a faculty position in the Department of Restorative and Operative Dentistry. The successful candidate will provide didactic, preclinical, and clinical instruction to dental students while supporting the academic mission of the department.

The role emphasizes strong communication, mentorship, and dedication to teaching, patient care, and professional development in a diverse, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of restorative principles, techniques and evidence-based clinical practices.
• Strong instructional skills for didactic, preclinical, and clinical settings.
• Ability to mentor and support professional growth of students and residents.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality classroom and clinical instruction to students, incorporating innovative teaching methods and evidence-based practices.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to students while integrating relevant experiences to enhance the didactic curriculum.
• Maintain a consistent record of positive contributions to the learning environment and student development.

Skills

Instructional skills

Mentoring

Communication

Diversity & inclusion

Scholarly activity

Education

DDS or DMD

Job description

Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry invites applications for a faculty position in the Department of Restorative and Operative Dentistry. The successful candidate will provide didactic, preclinical, and clinical instruction to dental students while supporting the academic mission of the department. Strong communication skills and a commitment to excellence in teaching, patient care, and professional development are essential.

Daily Operations

• Deliver high-quality classroom and clinical instruction to students, incorporating innovative teaching methods and evidence-based practices.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to students while integrating relevant experiences to enhance the didactic curriculum.
• Maintain a consistent record of positive contributions to the learning environment and student development.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of restorative principles, techniques, and evidence -based clinical practices.
• Strong instructional skills, with the ability to teach effectively in didactic, preclinical, and clinical settings.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and support the professional growth of students and residents.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative learning environment.
• Capacity to integrate private practice experience and emerging technologies into dental education.
• Ability to engage in scholarly activity, including research, publication, and professional development.

Required Education and Experience

• Credentials needed for the position include a DDS or DMD

Required Licensure, Certification or Registration

• Valid TN Dental License, or limited teaching license.
• CPR Certification.