Open Rank Professor - College of Dentistry

UT Health Sciences; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Tennessee Health Science Center invites applications for a full-time non-tenured Open Rank Professor in the Department of Dental Hygiene. The role involves teaching across clinical, didactic and laboratory settings and advancing curriculum with scholarly activity.

Qualified candidates will hold a CODA‑accredited dental hygiene degree, have two years of clinical practice, and possess or pursue advanced credentials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Dental Hygiene from a CODA-accredited program is required.
• Two years of clinical dental hygiene practice.
• Current BLS certification and Tennessee Dental Hygiene license.
• Certified in local anesthesia and nitrous oxide in Tennessee.
• Strong communication, organizational and inclusive teaching skills.
• Prior teaching or course design experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in clinical, didactic and laboratory settings.
• Develop and deliver lesson plans and course materials aligned with outcomes.
• Evaluate student performance via exams, projects and clinical evaluations.
• Stay current with dental hygiene advancements and integrate into teaching.
• Collaborate to enhance curriculum and teaching methods.
• Mentor students and provide academic advising.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development and research.
• Engage in research projects and literature to inform teaching and practice.

Skills

Instruction

Curriculum design

Assessment

Mentoring

Research collaboration

Education

CODA‑accredited dental hygiene program

Master’s degree in Dental Hygiene (preferred)

Job description

The College of Dentistry at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center invites applications for a full-time non-tenured Open Rank Professor in the Department of Dental Hygiene.

The College of Dentistry at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center invites applications for a full-time non-tenured Open Rank Professor in the Department of Dental Hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in clinical, didactic, and laboratory settings in accordance with curriculum and program standards.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive lesson plans and course materials that align with program outcomes.
• Evaluate and assess student performance through exams, projects, clinical evaluations, and various assessments.
• Stay up to date with advancements in dental hygiene practices and integrate new knowledge into teaching practices.
• Collaborate with faculty to enhance curriculum and refine teaching methodologies.
• Guide and support students through mentoring and academic advising.
• Participate in departmental meetings, engage in faculty development initiatives, and contribute to research, service, and patient care efforts.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and continuing education to stay up to date with advancements in the dental hygiene field.
• Engage in collaborative research projects with other faculty.
• Keep current with relevant literature to inform and integrate research into teaching and clinical practice.

Qualifications

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in Dental Hygiene from a Commission of Dental Accreditations (CODA) accredited Dental Hygiene program is required. (Master’s Degree in Dental Hygipreferred.)

EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of clinical practice experience as a Dental Hygienist. Familiarity with accreditation standards (CODA). Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication, and organizational skills. Demonstrated commitment to student success and fostering an inclusive learning environment. Excellent computer skills and familiarity with technology to support effective teaching.

LICENSES: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Current and unrestricted Dental Hygiene license in the State of Tennessee. Certified in local anesthesia and nitrous oxide administration in the State of Tennessee.

DEPARTMENTAL PREFERENCES: Prior teaching or instructional experience in Dental Hygiene. Knowledge and experience in course design, development, and assessment.

For benefits information, please visit

https://www.uthsc.edu/hr/benefits/documents/benefits-preview-packet.pdf

THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE HEALTH SCIENCES

The University of Tennessee Health Sciences is a statewide flagship, public, academic health institution in Tennessee. Founded in 1911, the mission of the University of Tennessee Health Sciences is to improve the health and well-being of Tennesseans and the global community by fostering collaborative education, research, scientific discovery, clinical care, and public service. Employing more than 4,600 people on its faculty, staff, and not-for-profit corporation faculty practice groups, and with more than 3,200 students across the state, UT Health Sciences contributes $4 billion to the economy of Tennessee.

Part of the University of Tennessee System, the Health Sciences is headquartered in Memphis and includes all six of UT’s doctoral-degree-granting health science colleges -- Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing, Graduate Health Sciences, and Health Professions. UT Health Sciences spans the state with its four major, regional clinical health science locations in Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Nashville, as well as more than 100 clinical education sites across Tennessee. UT Health Sciences is the largest educator of health care professionals in the state and operates the state’s largest residency and fellowship advanced training programs.

Located in West Tennessee on the banks of the Mississippi River, Memphis is the second-largest city in the state and among the largest cities in the Southeast. The Greater Memphis metropolitan area has more than 1.3 million residents, and the city ranks among those with the lowest cost of living in the country. It is home to a vibrant restaurant scene, a revitalized Downtown, the Midtown Arts District, many scenic neighborhoods, an active medical district, and a burgeoning airport in the midst of a $214 million modernization.

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