Clinical Assistant/Associate/Professor, Pediatric Dentistry, College of Dental Medicine

University of New England; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Dentistry faculty member for a full-time position. This role involves teaching, mentoring, and curriculum development within a vibrant academic environment focused on improving oral health care in underserved areas. The successful candidate will engage in clinical instruction and community service, contributing to a mission-driven institution committed to excellence in education and patient care. With a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive atmosphere, this position offers an exciting opportunity for professional growth and impact in the field of dentistry.

Benefits

Health and Dental Plans

Retirement Plan with 8% Match

Extensive Paid Leave

Educational Benefits for Employees and Dependents

Qualifications

• Must possess a D.D.S./D.M.D. degree or international equivalent.
• Board Certified or eligible for Board Certification in Pediatric Dentistry.

Responsibilities

• Provide didactic, pre-clinical, and clinical instruction.
• Mentor pre-doctoral students and oversee community outreach.

Skills

Clinical Instruction

Curriculum Development

Mentoring

Emergency Call Coverage

Education

D.D.S./D.M.D. degree

CODA-accredited graduate program in Pediatric Dentistry

Tools

N95 Respirator

Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR)

Job description

Clinical Assistant/Associate/Professor, Pediatric Dentistry, College of Dental Medicine

Position Title: Clinical Assistant/Associate/Professor, Pediatric Dentistry, College of Dental Medicine

Employment Status: Full Time

Months: 12

Campus: Portland, ME

Description: The University of New England College of Dental Medicine (UNE CDM) invites applications for full-time (1.0 FTE) 12-month non-tenure, clinical track positions in Pediatric Dentistry at the Assistant Clinical Professor, Associate Clinical Professor, or Clinical Professor rank, dependent upon experience and credentials.

Located on UNE’s Portland Campus for the Health Sciences, UNE CDM is the only dental school in a region where access to quality oral healthcare is a persistent challenge, especially in rural areas. Grounded in our mission to “improve the health of Northern New England as well as rural and underserved areas while shaping the future of dentistry through excellence in education, discovery, and service,” our college continues to mature into one of the most innovative and exciting dental education programs available. UNE CDM with its dedicated and talented faculty and professional staff exemplifies an environment of learning and discovery that is creative, humanistic, promotes professionalism, and cultivates diversity. The College maintains a strong commitment to providing excellent education and oral health care in a patient-centered, comprehensive care clinical learning environment.

Benefits: UNE is a great place to work and we offer a generous comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees and their dependents. The package includes varied health and dental plans; a retirement plan that includes up to an 8% match; extensive paid leave including holidays, vacation, sick and personal time; and educational benefits for both employees and dependent children. Please visit the Human Resources Benefits site https://www.une.edu/hr/benefits for additional information regarding UNE’s fantastic benefits package.

Responsibilities: The Pediatric Dentistry faculty member will serve in the Department of Preventative, Pediatric, & Community Dentistry. Core responsibilities will include didactic, pre-clinical, and clinical instruction and curriculum development; mentoring pre-doctoral students; faculty oversight during off-campus student service learning and community outreach activities; emergency call coverage (by rotation); and participation in college, university, and community service.

Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Interviews of qualified candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Qualifications: Qualified candidates must possess a D.D.S./D.M.D. degree, or international equivalent and have successfully completed the NBDE Parts I & II or the INBDE. By the position start date, the candidate must have completed a CODA-accredited graduate program in Pediatric Dentistry and must be Board Certified, or eligible for Board Certification, as a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry; and must have active Maine Board of Dental Practice licensure (full).

EEO Statement Summary: Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.

Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity and be medically cleared, fit tested, and trained on proper respirator (N95, Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR)) use.

Posting Number: 2022F0206P

Open Date: 04/11/2025

Close Date: Open Until Filled

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