Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor of Orthodontics

University Of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in dental education is seeking a dedicated Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor of Orthodontics. This full-time position involves teaching predoctoral students and orthodontics residents while contributing to impactful research in the field. The ideal candidate will possess a DDS or DMD degree along with advanced training in orthodontics. Join a leading institution committed to improving oral health and fostering academic excellence. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of dentistry through education and research, making a significant impact on students and the community.

Qualifications

• DDS, DMD, or equivalent dental degree required.
• Completion of an advanced, CODA accredited training program in orthodontics.

Responsibilities

• Teach clinical and didactic courses to DMD students and orthodontics residents.
• Engage in research and intramural clinical practice.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Research Skills

Mentoring Skills

Education

DDS or DMD degree

Completion of CODA accredited orthodontics program

Job description

Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor of Orthodontics

Job no: 535173
Work type: Non-Tenure-Track Faculty
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Dentistry
Department: 34070000 - DN-ORTHODONTICS

Classification Title: Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor of Orthodontics

Job Description: The University of Florida College of Dentistry (UFCD) is recruiting a full-time, clinical track faculty position in the Department of Orthodontics at the Assistant/Associate Professor rank. UFCD is one of the leading dental schools in the United States devoted to improving and promoting oral health throughout Florida, the nation, and worldwide through excellence in teaching, research, patient care, and service.

Responsibilities:

1. Clinical and didactic teaching of predoctoral (DMD) students and orthodontics residents.
2. Participation in research/scholarly activity and intramural clinical practice.

Minimum Requirements:

1. DDS, DMD, or equivalent dental degree.
2. Completion of an advanced, CODA accredited training program in orthodontics.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Board certified or board eligible candidates with previous teaching experience.
2. Ability to conduct innovative and impactful research in orthodontics.
3. Ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals and mentor residents in their research projects.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Initial review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until an applicant pool is identified. Applicants should attach a curriculum vitae, a cover letter describing their interest containing a statement of academic objectives, and a contact list of three references with their application for consideration. Final candidates will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

The University of Florida is An Equal Employment Opportunity Institution. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD).

Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

For more information about the University of Florida College of Dentistry, visit: www.dental.ufl.edu.

Health Assessment Required: Yes

Advertised: 12 Mar 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled.