Open Rank Dentistry Faculty, DCG-General Dentistry - Part Time

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Generous retirement plans

Job summary

Augusta University is seeking a part-time Open Rank Faculty member for the Department of General Dentistry. This role involves teaching comprehensive care/general dentistry courses at both pre-doctoral and post-doctoral levels.

Applicants should have a DMD or DDS, with prior teaching and clinical experience. The position offers a unique opportunity to influence future dental professionals with the potential for advancement through annual promotion and tenure processes.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in or eligible for licensure by the Georgia Board of Dentistry.
• Teaching at the pre-doctoral and post-doctoral level.
• Prefer candidates with expertise in advanced technologies or dental implants.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of students' clinical activities.
• Participate in Department and AU Committees.

Skills

Teaching

Clinical experience

Digital dentistry

Advanced technology expertise

Education

DMD, DDS, or foreign equivalent

Graduate of ADA accredited dental school

Job description

Open Rank Dentistry Faculty, DCG-General Dentistry - Part Time

Job ID: 299097

Location: Augusta University

Full/Part Time: Part Time

Job Summary

Position # 40083543

The Department of General Dentistry in the Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University is seeking a part-time faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor.

Teaching responsibilities include participation in comprehensive care/general dentistry courses at the pre-doctoral and post-doctoral level.

Preference will be given to candidates with clinical experience and who demonstrate expertise in advanced technologies, digital workflow and/or dental implants to support expansion of the advanced technology curricula.

This position does not meet the requirements to be on a tenure track.

Responsibilities

• Teaching - 98% Oversight of students' clinical activities to include treatment planning, professionalism and ethics, and private practice instruction.
• Service - 2% Participate in Department, DCG, and AU Committees

Required Qualifications

DMD, DDS, or foreign equivalent. Must be a graduate of an ADA accredited dental school or have 2 years postgraduate training and be licensed in or eligible for licensure by the Georgia Board of Dentistry. The final candidate will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree in the form of an original transcript.

General Dentistry Experience

Assistant Professor - Early level career as a faculty member with background, education, and training consistent with the following position requirements.

Associate Professor - Mid level career faculty member with at least five years at the rank of Assistant Professor with background, education, and training consistent with the following position requirements.

Professor - Senior level career faculty member with at least five years at the rank of Associate Professor with background, education, and training consistent with the following position requirements.

• Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)'s requirements for institutional accreditation;
• Evidence of ability as a teacher;
• Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned;
• Successful experience (which will necessarily be waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements); and,
• Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience and experience with digital dentistry.
• Education in digital dentistry
• Significant clinical experience, post-graduate training in general dentistry or prior experience in dental education and working knowledge of practice management.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

This position is fiscal year based and works year-round. Amount of time worked is based on work commitment.

The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is between 0.5-0.74 FTE and is considered partially benefits eligible. The FTE will be determined at the time of hire after discussions during the interview process with the successful candidate. The selected candidate will select from a retirement plan and accrue leave at a prorated amount based on finalized FTE.

Assistant Professor - Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Associate Professor - Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Professor - Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Benefits include 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, and generous retirement plans.

Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, etc. while also considering internal equity and market data.

Advancement through the faculty ranks at Augusta University is only through the annual Promotion and Tenure process in which faculty may apply if eligible (typically five-year increments). For more information on ranks, please review the Augusta University Promotion and Tenure Website.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.