Chair, Department of Diagnostic, Surgical, and Integrated Sciences, and Associate Clinical/Clinical Professor

University of New England Career•Portland, OR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chair of the Department of Diagnostic, Surgical, and Integrated Sciences will participate in teaching of predoctoral students in addition to the administrative responsibilities outlined below. Primary responsibilities include: Providing strong leadership in the areas of teaching, scholarship, service to the department, and curriculum content Collaborating with collegiate leadership and other departments Developing and mentoring faculty Cultivating an environment of inclusion and respect for students, faulty, and professional staff.

Requirements

D.D.S./D.M.D. degree, or international equivalent
Successfully completed the NBDE Parts I & II or the INBDE and a regional licensure examination (e.g. ADEX)
Specialists must have completed a CODA -accredited graduate program and be eligible for or Board Certified
Eligible for and have active Maine Board of Dental Practice licensure (full) by the position start date
Passion for diagnostic, surgical, and integrated sciences and for dental education
Demonstrated leadership experience
Strong record of achievement in teaching, scholarship, and service commensurate with the rank of Associate Clinical Professor or Clinical Professor

Nice To Haves

Advanced experience in one of the department disciplines
Previous experience with program management
Demonstrated success in fostering collaborative teams

Responsibilities

General oversight of the Department administrative, instructional, and fiscal functions
Manage faculty scheduling/coverage for patient care, simulation clinic, courses, advanced standing track, IPE and IPP activities, and student research activities
Ensure compliance with University/College policy and procedures
Ensure high-quality teaching that is integrated, innovative, evidence-based, and compliant with CODA accreditation standards and UNE CDM competency statements
Manage curricular content within the disciplines of the Department and ensure content is complete, current, properly sequenced, delivered in a fashion the supports student success, and incorporates emerging technologies
Assist with outcomes assessment
Recruit, interview, and onboard new faculty members
Coach, mentor, and develop faculty for academic growth, scholarly pursuits, and promotion
Conduct teaching reviews of faculty members in Department
Participate in the annual review of faculty, staff, and administrators as appropriate; institutes corrective actions when required
Promote and foster an environment of diversity, equity, inclusion, and community
Support and advance the mission of the College
Serve as a visionary leader of the Department
Support strategic initiatives
Promote the College
Participate in College activities and events
Direct supervision of full-time, half-time, and adjunct faculty within the department.