Clinical Track Faculty (C/T) - Open Rank

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(a) retirement plan

Vacation and sick days

Tuition benefit

ECO Pass for public transport

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a full-time clinical track faculty member in Prosthodontics at the University of Colorado Anschutz School of Dental Medicine. This position involves teaching, research, and clinical mentorship.

The ideal candidate will hold a DDS/DMD degree and have extensive knowledge in the field. Competitive benefits include medical, dental, retirement plans, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must have a clinical, scholarly, and/or academic record consistent with faculty appointment level.
• Eligibility for a Colorado dental license required.

Responsibilities

• Teach and mentor undergraduate dental students.
• Engage in research and scholarly activities.
• Participate in educational conferences and meetings.

Skills

Teaching experience

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

DDS/DMD degree from accredited dental school

ADA-accredited prosthodontic graduate program

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz School of Dental Medicine | Department of Restorative Dentistry
Clinical Track Faculty (C/T) Assistant Professor (C/T), Associate Professor (C/T), or Professor (C/T) (Open Rank)
Position #:00652281 – Requisition #:40340

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus School of Dental Medicine welcomes applications from exceptional candidates for a full‑time, clinical track Prosthodontics faculty in the Department of Restorative Dentistry. The Department includes Comprehensive Care, Prosthodontics, Operative Dentistry, and Occlusion. The successful candidate will be an outstanding clinician‑educator with a commitment to clinical care, teaching, and scholarship.

Examples of Work Performed

The duties for this faculty position include teaching, research, and clinical service. Direct mentoring of students is an expectation. The overall distribution of activities is determined by the Restorative Department Chair based on specialty, student and clinic needs, and other considerations.

Clinical duties may include supervision of undergraduate dental students in our dental clinics and potential consultation with graduate clinics.

Teaching activities may include didactic, pre‑clinical teaching as well as clinical supervision.

Research, scholarship, and educational activities derive from the faculty member’s interests related to dentistry. All faculty participate in academic endeavors, including the educational conferences, research, and scholarly activities of the section and the department. Attendance at the meetings and educational events of the section and department is expected.

Participation in the School of Dental Medicine's Dental Faculty Practice for private patient care is available.

This description is a summary only and is not intended to be all‑inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.

Why Join Us

The Department of Restorative Dentistry supports education, research, patient care, and community engagement. Faculty in Prosthodontics specialize in treating complex dental and facial matters, including restoration and replacement of missing or damaged teeth with artificial devices. The department fulfills this charge through multidisciplinary professional collaboration and teaching in the areas of Comprehensive Care, Prosthodontics, Operative Dentistry, and Occlusion. Our team is committed to engaging, innovating, and enhancing to support student success and better serve patients and the broader community.

Benefits

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year (based on percentage of time)
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 11/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

This is an open‑rank position and based on experience and qualifications as indicated below. Initial rank is based upon knowledge, achievement, and experience, with the opportunity for academic promotion based on demonstrated, ongoing excellence in education, research, clinical care, and community service. Applicants must have a clinical, scholarly, and/or academic record consistent with each SDM Faculty appointment level in the School of Dental Medicine.

Assistant Professor

• A DDS/DMD degree from a CODA accredited U.S. dental school or foreign equivalent
• Eligibility for a Colorado dental license
• A three‑year residency and education through an ADA‑accredited prosthodontic graduate program
• CODA approved certificate or equivalent of Prosthodontics specialty
• An American Board of Prosthodontics certification exam
• At this rank, applicants will usually have some successful teaching experience and will be expected to teach and/or provide clinical care

Associate Professor

• A DDS/DMD degree from a CODA accredited U.S. dental school or foreign equivalent
• Eligibility for a Colorado dental license
• A three‑year residency and education through an ADA‑accredited prosthodontic graduate program
• CODA approved certificate or equivalent of Prosthodontics specialty
• An American Board of Prosthodontics certification exam
• At this rank, applicants will have demonstrated considerable evidence of successful teaching and demonstrated leadership and service

Professor

• A DDS/DMD degree from a CODA accredited U.S. dental school or foreign equivalent
• Eligibility for a Colorado dental license
• A three‑year residency and education through an ADA‑accredited prosthodontic graduate program
• CODA approved certificate or equivalent of Prosthodontics specialty
• An American Board of Prosthodontics certification exam
• At this rank, applicants will demonstrate outstanding career accomplishments in teaching, and/or providing clinical care, a record of leadership, and a meritorious leadership and service record

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a CODA approved Prosthodontics specialty
• Candidates who have a dental specialty should be board eligible
• The preferred candidate will have academic healthcare experience at a dental school and a demonstrated commitment to working in a collaborative and multicultural environment; and must be committed to the highest standards of inclusive, ethical and professional conduct
• Demonstrated previous teaching and research experience
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational and communication skills

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [e-mail].

Background Check Statement

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID‑19 virus and other vaccine‑preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety‑sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.