Clinical Assistant Professor (Periodontics)

University of the Pacific; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 101,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Clinical Assistant Professor in Periodontics to join their dynamic faculty team. This part-time role involves teaching and supervising students in both pre-clinical and clinical settings, ensuring high standards of care in the dental school. The ideal candidate will possess a DDS/DMD or equivalent, along with a Certificate of Proficiency in Periodontics. This position offers the opportunity to engage with a diverse student body and contribute to a culture of collaboration and service within the university. If you are passionate about dental education and mentoring the next generation of professionals, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of dental school educational processes and periodontal techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pre-clinical and clinical student learning experiences.
• Engage in teaching and participate in outcomes assessment.

Skills

Effective Communication

Teaching Skills

Judgment and Confidentiality

Collaboration

Education

DDS / DMD or equivalent

Certificate of Proficiency in Periodontics

Valid CPR Certification

Job description

Clinical Assistant Professor (Periodontics)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University
Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period.
External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.

Position Information

Title: Clinical Assistant Professor (Periodontics)

Department: Department of Periodontics

Posting Number: F00965

Full or Part Time: Part Time

Open Date: 03/13/2025

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Position Description

Reporting to the Chair of Periodontics, invites applicants to apply for a part-time, teacher-clinician; 3 days per week, 44 weeks per year position. The department is responsible for providing periodontal preclinical and clinical content within the dental school. Pacific faculty engage in teaching, scholarship and service. The successful candidate will supervise pre-clinical and/or clinical student learning experiences in the discipline. Position is Part-Time, 3 days/week, 44 weeks/year (nontenure track).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Teaching Curriculum

• Didactic instruction involving periodontal pre-clinical and clinical content.
• Participate in outcomes assessment, including student and peer evaluation, to improve curricular content and presentation.
• Assist in setting standards of care for our Dugoni School of Dentistry student clinic and participate in faculty and staff development.
• Perform all duties as assigned by the supervisor, which may include assisting with administrative tasks, supporting project management, and contributing to department operations as needed.
• Have the flexibility to travel to the Sacramento campus when required, supporting cross-campus initiatives and collaboration.
• Supervising patient care in the evening clinics.
• Supervise students providing clinical care for patients in the Dugoni School clinic including periodontal surgery.
• Participate in mandatory faculty calibration and development in pre-clinical and clinical areas.

Collaboration and Service

• Engage broadly in other school, university, professional, and community service opportunities.
• In addition to the traditional expectations for faculty members, the culture of humanism and collaboration at the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry is especially important.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of:
• Dental school educational processes.
• Periodontal information and techniques taught within the Department.
• Ability to:
• Communicate effectively with a diverse population of patients, students, staff, faculty and administration.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Work effectively in a group setting.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Demonstrate professional judgment in all situations.
• Education:
• DDS / DMD or international equivalent, completion of training from an Accredited Dental School program.
• Certificate of Proficiency in Periodontics with teaching experience.
• Valid CPR certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience:
• Two years of previous teaching and practice experience is preferred.
• Other:
• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

GENERAL: Faculty should have sufficient motor function to execute movements essential to providing oral health care to patients.

SPECIFIC: Must possess the motor skills to perform palpation, percussion, auscultation and other diagnostic maneuvers, basic laboratory tests, dental preparations, and diagnostic procedures in a timely manner. Such actions require coordination of gross and fine muscular movements, equilibrium, and functional uses of the senses of touch and vision.

Hiring Range: $88,000.00 - $101,000.00 per year. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Special Instructions: Contact Email

Are Applicants Required to Submit References for This Posting? Yes

Minimum Number of References: 3

Maximum Number of References: 4

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

AA/EEO Policy Statement: University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity.