Open Rank Dentistry Faculty- DCG-Oral Biology

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid holidays

Generous retirement plans

Tuition waiver

Wellness options

Tuition Assistance Program for eligible employees

Job summary

A leading institution in health education is seeking an Open Rank Dentistry Faculty in Oral Biology. Responsibilities include teaching dental students, conducting research, and engaging in service activities. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in a relevant field and possess strong teaching and publication records. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Productive record of established scholarship of national significance, preferably related to diseases of the head and neck.
• Record of didactic instruction.
• Demonstrated record of teaching in anatomy or related field; obtaining extramural funding; strong publication record; postdoctoral training.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver lectures on head and neck anatomy and/or neuroanatomy.
• Assist in gross anatomy laboratory.
• Direct one or more courses.
• Conduct independent research and collaborate with faculty.
• Engage in service activities as needed by department.

Skills

Creative

Excellent interpersonal skills

Clear communication

Collegiality

Education

Ph.D. in anatomy, neurobiology or related field, and/or MD, DDS, or foreign equivalent

Job description

Open Rank Dentistry Faculty – DCG – Oral Biology

Job Summary: The Department of Oral Biology in the Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University is seeking a faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor to teach dental students, dental residents and graduate students. This will include development and delivery of head and neck anatomy and/or neuroanatomy lectures, and assisting in gross anatomy laboratory. The faculty member will direct one or more courses. Excellent interpersonal skills required. This position is considered to be on tenure track.

Abilities

Creative, visionary, responsible, respectful, considerate. Ability to work as part of a team.

Knowledge

Comprehensive knowledge of human pharmacology.

Skills

Clear communication, excellent interpersonal skills, collegiality.

Responsibilities

• Teaching: develop and deliver lectures on head and neck anatomy and/or neuroanatomy, assist in gross anatomy laboratory, direct one or more courses.
• Research/Scholarship: conduct independent research and collaborate with faculty, develop extramurally-funded research program.
• Service: engage in service activities as needed by department, college, institution and scientific community.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in anatomy, neurobiology or related field, and/or MD, DDS, or foreign equivalent.
• Productive record of established scholarship of national significance, preferably related to diseases of the head and neck.
• Record of didactic instruction.
• Demonstrated record of teaching in anatomy or related field; obtaining extramural funding; strong publication record; postdoctoral training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience in gross anatomy of head, neck, and brain.
• Teaching in systematic anatomy.
• Experience writing and submitting research funding applications.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

This position is fiscal year based and works year-round. Full-time commitment (1.0 FTE). Salary commensurate with education, experience, and achievements; subject to availability of funds. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more. Tuition Assistance Program available for employees employed >6 months.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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

Location

Our Health Sciences Campus:
1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912