Academic Professional Track (Non- Tenure): Clinical Assistant Professor or Clinical Associate Professor

Texas A&M University • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

The Department of Comprehensive Dentistry at the Texas A&M University College of Dentistry invites applications for one full-time, non-tenure faculty position with an 11-month appointment beginning Spring 2027. Applicants will be considered for the faculty title of Clinical Assistant Professor or Clinical Associate Professor, with rank commensurate with qualifications.

The position involves coordinating clinical activities and supervising patient care, teaching and potentially directing pre-doctoral courses, contributing to curriculum design and implementation, and developing and delivering lectures grounded in current scientific evidence and best practices in dentistry. Faculty will also teach in simulation clinics and laboratory settings and provide direct clinical instruction and mentorship during patient care.

The position includes evaluating students’ professionalism, clinical progress, and performance; providing regular academic and career counseling; and participating in departmental initiatives such as committee service, faculty meetings, and collaborative academic activities. Applicants should have a strong commitment to teaching and service. The opportunity for extramural private practice is available. Salary and academic rank will be commensurate with the selected applicant’s qualifications and experience.

Requirements

• DDS, DMD, or equivalent degree (e.g., BDS) from a U.S. or recognized dental school.
• Eligibility for dental licensure in the state of Texas.
• Experience in all fields of general dentistry.
• Strong clinical skills.
• Practice evidence-based dentistry.
• Familiarity with current dental technologies.
• Strong commitment to teaching and service.
• Successfully pass a criminal background check before beginning employment.

Nice To Haves

• Prior teaching experience in dental education.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical activities and supervise patient care to ensure excellent service delivery and adherence to institutional standards.
• Serve as an instructor and/or course director for pre-doctoral courses and contribute to curriculum design and implementation.
• Develop and deliver lectures grounded in current scientific evidence and best practices in dentistry.
• Teach in simulation clinics and laboratory settings, supporting students in developing foundational clinical competencies.
• Provide direct clinical instruction and mentorship during patient care, guiding students through procedures and decision-making.
• Assess students’ professionalism, clinical progress, and performance.
• Provide regular academic and career counseling to support student growth and success.
• Participate in departmental initiatives, including committee service, faculty meetings, and collaborative academic activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level