Dental Preclinical Educator – CAD/CAM & Simulation

Midwestern University; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwestern University in Illinois invites applications for the Assistant Professor Preclinical Faculty. The candidate will supervise student hand skills in the dental simulation clinic and collaborate with faculty to deliver didactic and clinical instruction.

The role emphasizes teaching general dentistry, adopting new techniques, and mentoring students; strong CAD/CAM experience is valued, and the incumbent should commit to education and professional development.

Qualifications

• DDS/DMD degree or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of general dental clinical practice.
• Post-doctoral General Dentist Residency or training preferred.
• Strong CAD/CAM clinical expertise.
• Some teaching experience at academic health center preferred.
• Committed to educating and empowering students.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the development of hand skills in the dental simulation clinic.
• Interact positively with students and treat them as future colleagues.
• Be competent in teaching and demonstrating all areas of general dentistry.
• Model professionalism and lifelong learning for students.
• Mentor students in small groups on projects or special needs.
• Serve on college/university committees as needed.
• Deliver lectures and develop examinations.
• Be a course director as requested by the Associate Dean for Preclinical Education.
• Evaluate students in a timely manner and participate in performance reviews.

Skills

DDS/DMD degree

Clinical experience

Educational interest

Education

DDS/DMD or equivalent

Tools

CAD/CAM technologies

Job description

Midwestern University in Illinois invites applications for the Assistant Professor Preclinical Faculty. The candidate will supervise student hand skills in the dental simulation clinic and collaborate with faculty to deliver didactic and clinical instruction.

The role emphasizes teaching general dentistry, adopting new techniques, and mentoring students; strong CAD/CAM experience is valued, and the incumbent should commit to education and professional development.