Clinical Associate Professor

University of Illinois Chicago•Chicago, IL

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Pediatric Dentistry in the College of Dentistry at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) is seeking a qualified candidate for a full-time, open-rank faculty position on the Non-Tenured Clinical Track. The department is looking for an individual who is an excellent researcher, educator, mentor, and clinician with a strong interest in research. The role involves conducting research and teaching in both pre-doctoral and post-graduate programs. The department has a history of strong collaboration with Public Health and allied health professions, and the ideal candidate should be adept at working within such an environment. Clinical teaching will take place in various settings including the Pre-Doctoral and Post-Graduate Pediatric Dentistry clinics, the University of Illinois Hospital, the Pediatric Dentistry Outpatient Care Center, and other College-affiliated clinics. The position also includes performing other related duties and participating in special projects as assigned.

Requirements

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)/DMD or foreign equivalent.
Completion of a US accredited specialty program in Pediatric Dentistry or foreign equivalent by the time of hire.
Hold or be eligible for a dental license in Illinois.
Ability to obtain a controlled substances license.
Maintain current cardiopulmonary resuscitation/basic life support and/or pediatric advanced life support certificates.
Experience or training in the care of medically compromised and/or special needs patients is also required.
5 years of full-time teaching experience.
Experience in evidence-based dentistry demonstrated through publications in the area of systematic reviews and meta-analyses.

Nice To Haves

Board certification preferred or ability to complete the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry certification process within three years of the date of hire.
Experience in curriculum development and practice management.
Strong background working with diverse patient populations is highly desirable.
Research portfolio or strong research interests in clinical, translational, basic science, public health, and/or social-behavioral research.
Experience utilizing conscious/moderate sedation and general anesthesia for pediatric dental care.

Responsibilities

Leading research, including but not limited to, meta-analyses and conducting systematic reviews.
Educating students and faculty on how to conduct meta-analyses and systematic reviews.
Assisting the Department of Pediatric Dentistry in preparing research protocols and developing both internal and external research collaborations.
Production of scholarly activity, including presentations and publication of scientific manuscripts.
Mentoring of graduate student research projects, presentations, and publications.
Education of pediatric dental residents and dental students, both didactic and clinical.
Collaborative practice and interprofessional education with physicians, nurses, and medical residents.
Delivery and supervision of dental care for children under general anesthesia and/or sedation.
Participation in College, University, and professional service.
Participation in intramural or extramural practice may be available.