Instructor - Department of Endodontics
About The Position
The Department of Endodontics in the College of Dentistry at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track Instructor. We are seeking a dedicated, collaborative, and clinically skilled endodontist to join our dynamic academic environment. This role contributes significantly to the educational mission of the college through direct instruction, clinical supervision, patient care, and faculty engagement. The successful candidate will be expected to actively support the college’s values of excellence, respect, and integrity, through teaching and clinical practice.
Requirements
- EDUCATION: DDS/DMD Degree or equivalent from an accredited U.S. or Canadian dental school.
- LICENSE: Eligible for licensure to practice dentistry in the State of Tennessee.
Nice To Haves
- EXPERIENCE: Prior experience in teaching in dental education settings preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in endodontic surgical and non-surgical techniques preferred.
- Evidence of clinical excellence, professional development, and continuing education preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist in providing comprehensive clinical and didactic instruction in Endodontics.
- Participate in curriculum development, course planning, calibration, and ongoing assessment of competencies.
- Contribute to a collegial and collaborative environment that encourages academic growth, clinical excellence, and continuous improvement.
- Maintain appropriate documentation, student assessments, and contribute to accreditation-related processes (e.g., CODA reviews).
- Participate in developmental meetings, academic committees, faculty development, and university service activities.
- Contribute to patient care activities within the UT Health Science Center College of Dentistry clinics, including supervising clinical procedures in compliance with licensure regulations and institutional policies.
- Supervision, evaluation, and mentorship of predoctoral dental students.
- Deliver high-quality education in classroom, seminar, and clinical settings focused on endodontic principles and techniques.
- Provide oversight and supervision of patient care delivered by students and residents, with occasional direct clinical responsibilities depending on licensure and department needs.
- Actively participate in departmental committees, college governance, and community outreach.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
