Associate Professor

Meharry Medical College; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry invites applications for a faculty position in the Department of Restorative and Operative Dentistry. The successful candidate will teach didactic, preclinical, and clinical courses to dental students, contributing to excellence in teaching, patient care, and professional development.

The role emphasizes mentorship, innovative teaching, and scholarly activity to advance the department’s mission while fostering a diverse and inclusive learning

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD required for credentialing.
• TN dental license or valid teaching license required.
• CPR certification required.
• Strong instructional and mentoring abilities.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusive teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality classroom and clinical instruction to dental students.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to students while integrating relevant experiences into the curriculum.
• Contribute to scholarly activity including research, publication, and professional development.

Skills

Restorative dentistry principles

Clinical instruction

Mentoring students

Communication skills

Diversity and inclusion

Technology in dental education

Scholarly activity

Education

DDS or DMD

TN Dental License or limited teaching license

CPR Certification

Job description

Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry seeks 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.

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

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].