Open Rank Dental Faculty - Care Planning & Restoration

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); Hybrid; USD 4,000 - 7,500; Part time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center's School of Dentistry seeks an open rank faculty member in Care Planning & Restorative Sciences to support undergraduate education and clinical training. The role emphasizes delivering high-quality instruction, assessment, and curriculum development while maintaining clinical duties within the university practice.

The candidate should have a CODA-accredited DDS/DMD and be licensed or eligible for MS dental licensure; involvement in professional

Qualifications

• DDS/DMD from CODA-accredited dental program or equivalent
• Current MS Dental license or must be obtained post-hire within 90 days
• Experience in didactic and/or clinical instruction of dental students
• Active involvement in professional organizations

Responsibilities

• Teach and deliver course content according to approved syllabi.
• Regularly assess student academic achievement and adjust teaching methods.
• Participate in curriculum development and improvement.
• Submit attendance, grades, and documentation accurately and on time.
• Attend department meetings and contribute to program goals.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Student assessment

Online learning

Communication skills

Collaboration

Professional development

Leadership

Administrative tasks

Clinical teaching

Education

DDS/DMD from CODA-accredited program

MS Dental license or must be obtained post-hire within 90 days

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center's School of Dentistry seeks an open rank faculty member in Care Planning & Restorative Sciences to support undergraduate education and clinical training. The role emphasizes delivering high-quality instruction, assessment, and curriculum development while maintaining clinical duties within the university practice.

The candidate should have a CODA-accredited DDS/DMD and be licensed or eligible for MS dental licensure; involvement in professional