Chief, Division of Pediatric Dentistry

University of California, San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, San Francisco is seeking to appoint a Chief for its Division of Pediatric Dentistry. This leadership position involves overseeing educational and research programs, faculty development, and ensuring alignment with strategic institutional goals in a dynamic academic environment.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a DDS or DMD degree or equivalent.
• Must be licensed in California.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic direction for education, research, and service missions.
• Develops and implements Division strategy and budget.
• Leads faculty recruitment and oversees staff selection.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Education

DDS or DMD degree

Job description

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Position Description

Chief, Division of Pediatric Dentistry

Department of Orofacial Sciences

HS Clinical, Clinical X, In Residence or Ladder Rank Faculty Series

UCSF School of Dentistry seeks an outstanding candidate to lead the Division of Pediatric Dentistry in the Department of Orofacial Sciences. The Division of Pediatric Dentistry includes the residency program, commitments for didactic and clinical education in the predoctoral programs and basic, translational, and clinical research programs. The individual chosen will be responsible for oversight and development of educational and research programs in pediatric dentistry, as well as faculty recruitment and development, strategic planning, and program management. The individual chosen will also actively participate in the educational programs of the Division. Depending on the training and interests of the individual, duties may include providing clinical care and engagement in extramurally funded research.

Appointment will be made at Associate or Full Professor in the HS Clinical, Clinical X, In Residence or Ladder Rank series. Academic rank is commensurate with experience.

Essential functions and duties of the position include the following:

• Provides strategic direction and leadership for the Division in its education, research, and service missions, specifically in the alignment of clinicians, scientists, and research infrastructure with institutional strategies and program priorities, including those essential to collaborative activities.
• Develops and implements a Division strategy, including the associated annual budget and operating plans, with the goal of achieving a top-tiered, nationally ranked Division.
• Leads the development of dentistry research agenda, including consistent performance targets and metrics, measuring, and improving achievement standards, and disseminating best practices.
• Develops and implements scientific communication strategies that inform, link, and bond scientific faculty within the Division and with the health system, including forums that promote information exchange, collective purpose, and socialization. Leads culture to strengthen collaborative research.
• Develops and implements plans for recruiting key faculty and succession planning necessary to achieve the goals of the Division Strategy. Oversees staff selection, recruitment, and personnel actions for the Division.
• Evaluates performance of faculty, trainees, and staff in line with UCSF guidelines for departments/divisions.
• Leads the day-to-day operations of an active research program.
• Coordinates interactions between researchers and graduate training programs in collaborative institutions.
• Establishes collaborations for local, regional, and international research; facilitates the growth of new and existing research programs; and expands collaborations in line with institutional direction.
• Develops plans for philanthropic support for research programs, including promotion of extramurally funded research, generation of gifts and endowments, creation and licensing of intellectual property, and the negotiation of contracts for clinical research and other services.
• Assists with philanthropic efforts and external presentations as needed.
• Accomplishes continued improvement in training programs and becomes personally involved and engaged with students and postdoctoral fellows.
• Oversees regulatory management activities and compliance with standards of professionalism and the advancement of a culture that furthers their goals of inclusion, excellence, and respect for all.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a DDS or DMD degree or equivalent and be qualified to be appointed at the associate professor or professor level at UCSF in the academic series most appropriate to their experience and qualifications.
• Must be licensed or ability to practice dentistry in the state of California.
• Administrative and leadership experience in an academic setting, such as in a program (research or clinical), section, division, department, or research.
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing equitable health care across a wide range of communities, through research, teaching and mentoring, or clinical activities.
• The successful candidate should have demonstrated administrative, organizational, and mentoring skills and a reputation as a leader in academic dentistry.
• Distinguished record of research and clinical excellence in dentistry.
• Experience and expertise in dealing with a wide range of programs and specialties.
• Expertise in identifying, enunciating, and addressing major issues and challenges in pediatric dental care, education, and research.
• Strong leadership, as well as organizational and communication skills, are needed to effectively operate in the complex environment of an academic medical center and effectively manage conflicting agendas.
• Ability to define a vision and execute it; should be a visionary who sees potential and opportunity.
• Highly collaborative with experience in facilitating and coordinating researcher and physician-scientist alignment activities.
• Superior communication skills. Should be a very skillful negotiator.
• Record of success in mentoring and developing faculty and supporting them in their academic and teaching endeavors.
• Capability to succeed in different environments as an effective change agent, capable of making tough decisions.
• High energy and enthusiasm balanced with a highly professional demeanor.
• Ability to build bridges and function as a team player who is willing to work with other departments to leverage individual and team strengths.
• Effective balance of personal and professional life, ensuring the ability to manage stress and a challenging workload.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Active research and grant portfolio desired.
  
  

The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 5 . The minimum base salary range for this position is $145,500-$309,800. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.

Applications should be received by the initial review date to receive full consideration. This position is open until filled.

Please apply online at: https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05610 with a cover letter, CV, statement of research, statement of teaching, and contact information for 3 references. Applicant materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission. The selected candidate must meet the qualifications at the time of appointment.

Document Requirements

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).
• Statement of Research
• Statement of Teaching
  
  

Reference Requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)
  
  

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

• “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
  
  

San Francisco, CA

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