Assistant Professor SOD - School of Dentistry (Restorative)

West Virginia University • West Virginia, WV

1h • Onsite

About The Position

West Virginia University School of Dentistry is seeking one full-time clinical track faculty member at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level in the Department of Restorative Dentistry in Morgantown, West Virginia. The department includes operative dentistry, fixed, removable, and implant prosthodontics, and dental materials, and provides clinical coverage to the urgent care clinic. Salary and academic rank will be determined by the Dean and Faculty Evaluation Committee and will be commensurate with qualifications.

The position’s primary responsibilities include didactic and clinical teaching in restorative dentistry for predoctoral students, scholarly activity, service-related activities, and faculty practice. The successful candidate will help educate and mentor dental students in primary oral health care and restorative dentistry. Applications are reviewed beginning immediately and accepted until the position is filled.

Requirements

• Dental degree (DDS/DMD or foreign equivalent) from an institution accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association, or foreign equivalent.
• Eligibility to obtain a West Virginia dental license or West Virginia teaching permit.
• Current BLS certification recognized by the American Heart Association.
• Expertise in all aspects of general restorative dentistry.
• Documented competence in clinical practice, teaching, and administration.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including effective written and verbal communication.
• Demonstrated commitment to educating and mentoring dental students.
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing the dental profession.
• Evidence of positive leadership skills.
• Strong commitment to student development, patient care, academic excellence, service, and collegiality.
• Highly motivated, innovative, and able to work well in teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide didactic and clinical teaching in restorative dentistry for predoctoral students.
• Conduct high-quality scholarly activity.
• Participate in service-related activities.
• Engage in faculty practice.
• Educate and mentor dental students in primary oral health care and restorative dentistry.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed