Faculty, General Dentistry

Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED); Rootstown Township (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Coverage

Retirement

Paid Time Off

Educational benefits

Lean Six Sigma training

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

NEOMED, Bitonte College of Dentistry, seeks a full-time faculty member at the assistant or associate professor rank to teach didactic, preclinical and clinical general dentistry to DDS students in a comprehensive program.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, evidence-based dentistry, and modern digital techniques, with expectations for research productivity and faculty development opportunities as part of a collaborative academic environment in Ohio.

Qualifications

• DDS/DMD from ADA-accredited dental school or equivalent.
• Eligible to obtain Ohio Dentist License or Limited Dental Teaching License at the time of appointment.
• Teaching experience in predoctoral dental education.

Responsibilities

• Teach didactic, preclinical and clinical instruction to dental students.
• Participate in scholarly activities and/or research.
• Serve on college and university committees; engage in professional organizations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the department Chair.

Skills

Teaching

Educational innovation

Digital dentistry

Collaboration

Education

DDS/DMD degree

Master's degree / Certificate / AEGD / GPR

Tools

Digital dentistry tools

Job description

Summary

There is a full-time tenure- or non-tenure track appointment at either the assistant or associate professor rank responsible for providing didactic, pre-clinical and clinical instruction to dental students in all areas of general dentistry, including but not limited to: Patient Centered Oral Health, Evidence Based Dentistry, Dental Anatomy, Occlusion, Temporal Mandibular Dysfunction (TMD), Operative Dentistry, Dental Materials and Prosthodontics. Expectations for research productivity to be determined based on track/rank. Allocated time for faculty development will be available. Faculty rank and determination of tenure/tenure-track or non-tenure track appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Extramural clinical practice time to be negotiated.

Position Type: Faculty

Department: General Dentistry

Full or Part Time: Full Time

Pay Grade: Dependent on Rank

Principal Functional Responsibilities

• Teaching: Provide didactic, preclinical and clinical instruction in all aspects of general dentistry to dental students in the Bitonte College of Dentistry's DDS program.
• Research: Participate in scholarly activities and/or research as appropriate.
• Service: Active participation on college and university committees will be required and assigned. In addition, membership and participation in state and national professional dental organizations is strongly encouraged.
• Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned by the department Chair.

Qualifications

• DDS/DMD degree from an ADA-accredited dental school, or equivalent.
• Must be eligible to obtain a Dentist License or a Limited Dental Teaching License in the state of Ohio at the time of appointment.
• Teaching experience in predoctoral dental education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education/Training: A Master's degree or Certificate or AEGD/GPR Training from an ADA-accredited dental school is preferred but not required.
• Clinical Practice Experience: Prior clinical practice experience in general dentistry.
• Teaching Experience and Expertise: Experienced dental educator with experience in didactic, preclinical, and clinical teaching in a predoctoral curriculum, including course development and implementation. Interest/experience in educational innovation and contemporary educational approaches.
• Contemporary Digital Technologies: Knowledge/experience in digital dentistry.
• Research and Scholarship: Interest in and/or track record of research/scholarship.
• Collaborative: Can work collaboratively with administrators, faculty, staff, and students at the college and the university.
• Humanistic Environment: Committed to building a humanistic culture/climate within the college and to fostering student success.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to utilize a phone, computer and other office equipment.

Department Specific Information

Join Northeast Ohio Medical University's (NEOMED) New Bitonte College of Dentistry

NEOMED is a mission-driven, community-based medical university committed to educating health professionals, advancing discovery, and improving the health of our region. We are seeking a skilled general dentistry educator who wants to contribute to meaningful work in a collaborative academic environment.

At our organization, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and team-oriented environment that is essential to fulfilling our mission. We believe every employee should feel appreciated, valued, and empowered. To maintain a supportive organizational culture, we seek individuals whose values align with our mission and who thrive in a team-based approach. We encourage individuals whose values align with this collaborative approach to apply.

Benefits & Perks

Healthcare Coverage

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance through Medical Mutual
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-and long-term disability coverage, Long-term care coverage options, and Life insurance

Retirement

• State retirement plan with 14% employer matching to help you plan for the future

Paid Time Off

• Generous vacation and sick leave, in addition to 11 paid holidays each year

Additional Benefits

• Educational benefits with our partner universities (Policy#3349-07-45)
• Ongoing investment in your professional growth through on-site training and Lean Six Sigma certification
• Employee wellness activities and initiatives that support a healthy work-life balance

NEOMED is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable state or federal law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, NEOMED also affirms its commitment to nondiscrimination in its employment policies and practices. In compliance with Title IX (20 U.S.C Sec. 1681 et seq.), NEOMED prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment.