Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor, Periodontology

Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor in Periodontology. This role involves teaching dental students and residents, supporting compliance with educational standards, and engaging in faculty governance. The ideal candidate will have a DDS/DMD degree, a certificate in Periodontics, and strong interpersonal skills. The position offers opportunities for professional development and a supportive environment that values collaboration and diversity. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence in dental education and patient care.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Initiatives

Generous Retirement Plans

Qualifications

• Must possess a DDS/DMD degree and a certificate in Periodontics.
• Experience in interdisciplinary patient care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach pre-clinical and clinical aspects of periodontics.
• Support compliance with best practices and engage in governance.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Teaching Skills

Ethical Standards

Education

DDS/DMD degree

Certificate in Periodontics

New York State Dental License

Job description

Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor, Periodontology

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The School of Dental Medicine at Stony Brook University is seeking applications for a full-time (12-month), clinical-track faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in the Department of Periodontics and Endodontics. The major duties of the successful applicant include pre-clinical, clinical and didactic teaching of all aspects of periodontics at the dental student and resident levels. Additional responsibilities involve supporting the school’s compliance with SBU, SBM and SDM best practices, demonstrating growth in pedagogical skills and an aptitude for scholarship, serving on select school committees, engaging in school governance, and participating in the school’s affiliated faculty practice.

Individuals should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a desire to create an environment that develops strong and supportive relationships with faculty, staff, students and residents, and promotes collegiality, collaboration, and cultural diversity among members of various education, research, and service communities. A willingness to serve as a role model and advocate for the ideals of professionalism and high ethical standards in a health science educational setting is essential.

Resources to further develop or refine teaching skills are available at the university’s Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT). The potential to earn a Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration (MHEA) as an employee benefit with protected time is also offered, for those interested in advancing their academic career.

For more information on Stony Brook University, the School of Dental Medicine and the Stony Brook community, visit dentistry.stonybrookmedicine.edu/employment-opportunities.

Qualifications

Required:

• DDS/DMD degree from a CODA-accredited dental school/college or international equivalent degree
• Certificate from a CODA-accredited Advanced Dental Education Program in Periodontics at the time of employment
• Board certification, or in the process of achieving board qualifications, by the American Board of Periodontology
• Eligible for, or has, a New York State Dental license
• Experience in and an appreciation for the interdisciplinary care of patients with other dental specialists
  
  

Preferred

• Didactic and/or clinical teaching experience at a CODA-accredited dental school/college or hospital setting
• Advanced degree(s) of MS and/or PhD in a related field, or international equivalent degree(s)
• Desire to enroll in Stony Brook University’s Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration (MHEA) program
• A record of research and/or scholarly activity
• Participation in organized dentistry at the local, state and/or national level
  
  

Application Instructions

Evaluation of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Salary and rank are commensurate with credentials and experience. Candidates must submit a personal statement that delineates professional qualifications for the position, career goals and a teaching philosophy statement, along with a curriculum vitae. Three letters of recommendation will be required for final candidates.

All application materials must be submitted online. Please use the Apply Now button to begin the application process. For technical support, please visit Interfolio's Support Site or contact its Scholar Service Team at [e-mail] or [phone]. For questions regarding this position, please contact Amy Torres at [e-mail].

Stony Brook University is a premier employer that provides exceptional rewards, including medical, dental, and vision benefits. The university's competitive salaries and benefits packages include generous retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees, wellness initiatives, and more. For more information about the School of Dental Medicine, visit dentistry.stonybrookmedicine.edu.

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal and state laws. Those who need a disability-related accommodation may contact the Office of Equity and Access at [phone].

The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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